BJF
Båtsfjord
Norway
8,069 km
5,014 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,069 km
5,014 mi / 4,357 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Oslo
Heading
180°
south

Airport Comparison

BJF KGL
Airport Name Båtsfjord Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BJF KGL
ICAO Code ENBS HRYR
City Båtsfjord Kigali
Country Norway Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Oslo Africa/Kigali
Elevation 490 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 70.600000, 29.690000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Båtsfjord (BJF) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Båtsfjord Airport (BJF) in Båtsfjord, Norway to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,069 kilometers (5,014 miles / 4,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Norway with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:07 in Båtsfjord, it's 15:07 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,369 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Båtsfjord Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Båtsfjord (BJF) follows a heading of 360° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Båtsfjord Airport (BJF) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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