BWO
Balakovo
Russia
6,211 km
3,859 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,211 km
3,859 mi / 3,354 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Saratov
Heading
201°
south southwest

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BWO KGL
Airport Name Balakovo Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BWO KGL
ICAO Code UWSB HRYR
City Balakovo Kigali
Country Russia Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Saratov Africa/Kigali
Elevation 95 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 51.860000, 47.750000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Balakovo (BWO) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balakovo Airport (BWO) in Balakovo, Russia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,211 kilometers (3,859 miles / 3,354 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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 Russia 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 19:23 in Balakovo, it's 17:23 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,764 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Balakovo Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Balakovo (BWO) follows a heading of 13° (north 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 Balakovo Airport (BWO) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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