CFB
Cabo Frio
Brazil
8,102 km
5,034 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,102 km
5,034 mi / 4,375 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
85°
east

Airport Comparison

CFB KGL
Airport Name Cabo Frio Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CFB KGL
ICAO Code SBCB HRYR
City Cabo Frio Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo Africa/Kigali
Elevation 23 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -22.920000, -42.070000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Cabo Frio (CFB) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cabo Frio Airport (CFB) in Cabo Frio, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,102 kilometers (5,034 miles / 4,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 18:03 in Cabo Frio, it's 23:03 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 4,836 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Cabo Frio Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Cabo Frio (CFB) follows a heading of 247° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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