BPS
Porto Seguro
Brazil
7,731 km
4,804 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
7,731 km
4,804 mi / 4,174 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Bahia
Heading
86°
east

Airport Comparison

BPS KGL
Airport Name Porto Seguro Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BPS KGL
ICAO Code SBPS HRYR
City Porto Seguro Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Bahia Africa/Kigali
Elevation 168 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -16.440000, -39.080000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Porto Seguro (BPS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Porto Seguro Airport (BPS) in Porto Seguro, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 7,731 kilometers (4,804 miles / 4,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Brazil with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:38 in Porto Seguro, it's 20:38 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,691 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Porto Seguro Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Porto Seguro (BPS) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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