DED
Dehradun
India
6,218 km
3,864 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,218 km
3,864 mi / 3,358 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
244°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

DED KGL
Airport Name Dehradun Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code DED KGL
ICAO Code VIDN HRYR
City Dehradun Kigali
Country India Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,831 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 30.190000, 78.180000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Dehradun (DED) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dehradun Airport (DED) in Dehradun, India to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,218 kilometers (3,864 miles / 3,358 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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 India with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:42 in Dehradun, it's 18:12 in Kigali. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,028 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Dehradun Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Dehradun (DED) follows a heading of 51° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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