BZZ
Brize Norton
United Kingdom
6,677 km
4,149 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,677 km
4,149 mi / 3,605 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
143°
southeast

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BZZ KGL
Airport Name RAF Brize Norton Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BZZ KGL
ICAO Code EGVN HRYR
City Brize Norton Kigali
Country United Kingdom Rwanda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kigali
Elevation 288 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 51.750000, -1.580000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Brize Norton (BZZ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Brize Norton (BZZ) in Brize Norton, United Kingdom to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,677 kilometers (4,149 miles / 3,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 United Kingdom 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 14:43 in Brize Norton, it's 16:43 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,571 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than RAF Brize Norton.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Brize Norton (BZZ) follows a heading of 338° (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 RAF Brize Norton (BZZ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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