BLQ
Bologna
Italy
5,499 km
3,417 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
5,499 km
3,417 mi / 2,969 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Rome
Heading
155°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BLQ KGL
Airport Name Bologna / Borgo Panigale Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BLQ KGL
ICAO Code LIPE HRYR
City Bologna Kigali
Country Italy Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Rome Africa/Kigali
Elevation 123 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 44.540000, 11.290000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Bologna (BLQ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bologna / Borgo Panigale Airport (BLQ) in Bologna, Italy to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 5,499 kilometers (3,417 miles / 2,969 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 Italy 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 21:03 in Bologna, it's 22:03 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,736 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Bologna / Borgo Panigale Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Bologna (BLQ) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Bologna / Borgo Panigale Airport (BLQ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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