BUO
Burao
Somalia
2,133 km
1,325 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,133 km
1,325 mi / 1,152 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
234°
southwest

Airport Comparison

BUO KGL
Airport Name Burao Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BUO KGL
ICAO Code HCMV HRYR
City Burao Kigali
Country Somalia Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Africa/Kigali
Elevation 3,400 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 9.530000, 45.550000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Burao (BUO) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,133 kilometers (1,325 miles / 1,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Somalia with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:48 in Burao, it's 10:48 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,459 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 53° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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