Airport Comparison
| CVM | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | CVM | KGL |
| ICAO Code | MMCV | HRYR |
| City | Ciudad Victoria | Kigali |
| Country | Mexico | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 761 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.700000, -98.960000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Ciudad Victoria (CVM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport (CVM) in Ciudad Victoria, Mexico to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,036 kilometers (8,721 miles / 7,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 06:48 in Ciudad Victoria, it's 14:48 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 4,098 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Ciudad Victoria (CVM) follows a heading of 298° (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 General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport (CVM) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.