Airport Comparison
| AZS | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | KGL |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | HRYR |
| City | Samana | Kigali |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Samana (AZS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 11,117 kilometers (6,908 miles / 6,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 89°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Dominican Republic with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:00 in Samana, it's 22:00 in Kigali. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,829 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Samana El Catey International Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.