CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,571 km
2,219 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
3,571 km
2,219 mi / 1,928 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
182°
south

Airport Comparison

CAI KGL
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CAI KGL
ICAO Code HECA HRYR
City Cairo Kigali
Country Egypt Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Kigali
Elevation 382 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Cairo (CAI) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 3,571 kilometers (2,219 miles / 1,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 182°.

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 Egypt with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:23 in Cairo, it's 10:23 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,477 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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