CAU
Caruaru
Brazil
7,352 km
4,568 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
7,352 km
4,568 mi / 3,970 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Fortaleza
Heading
88°
east

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CAU KGL
Airport Name Caruaru Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CAU KGL
ICAO Code SNRU HRYR
City Caruaru Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Fortaleza Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,891 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -8.280000, -36.010000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Caruaru (CAU) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Caruaru Airport (CAU) in Caruaru, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 7,352 kilometers (4,568 miles / 3,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 15:46 in Caruaru, it's 20:46 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 2,968 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Caruaru Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Caruaru (CAU) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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