Airport Comparison
| CME | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ciudad del Carmen International Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | CME | KGL |
| ICAO Code | MMCE | HRYR |
| City | Ciudad del Carmen | Kigali |
| Country | Mexico | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.650000, -91.800000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Ciudad del Carmen (CME) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME) in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,432 kilometers (8,346 miles / 7,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 81°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:00 in Ciudad del Carmen, it's 14:00 in Kigali. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,849 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Ciudad del Carmen International Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Ciudad del Carmen (CME) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.