DUR
Durban
South Africa
3,075 km
1,911 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
3,075 km
1,911 mi / 1,660 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

DUR KGL
Airport Name King Shaka International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code DUR KGL
ICAO Code FALE HRYR
City Durban Kigali
Country South Africa Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kigali
Elevation 295 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -29.610000, 31.120000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Durban (DUR) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, South Africa to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 3,075 kilometers (1,911 miles / 1,660 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:43 in Durban, it's 20:43 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,564 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than King Shaka International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Durban (DUR) follows a heading of 178° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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