CHQ
Souda
Greece
4,216 km
2,620 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,216 km
2,620 mi / 2,276 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Athens
Heading
170°
south

Airport Comparison

CHQ KGL
Airport Name Chania International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CHQ KGL
ICAO Code LGSA HRYR
City Souda Kigali
Country Greece Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Athens Africa/Kigali
Elevation 490 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 35.530000, 24.150000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Souda (CHQ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chania International Airport (CHQ) in Souda, Greece to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,216 kilometers (2,620 miles / 2,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 170°.

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 Greece 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 19:38 in Souda, it's 19:38 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,369 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Chania International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Souda (CHQ) follows a heading of 352° (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 Chania International Airport (CHQ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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