CVU
Corvo
Portugal
7,743 km
4,811 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
7,743 km
4,811 mi / 4,181 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Atlantic/Azores
Heading
111°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CVU KGL
Airport Name Corvo Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CVU KGL
ICAO Code LPCR HRYR
City Corvo Kigali
Country Portugal Rwanda
Timezone Atlantic/Azores Africa/Kigali
Elevation 0 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 39.670000, -31.110000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Corvo (CVU) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Corvo Airport (CVU) in Corvo, Portugal to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 7,743 kilometers (4,811 miles / 4,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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 Portugal 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 19:33 in Corvo, it's 22:33 in Kigali. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,859 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Corvo Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Corvo (CVU) follows a heading of 314° (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 Corvo Airport (CVU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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