DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
4,067 km
2,527 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,067 km
2,527 mi / 2,196 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
226°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB KGL
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code DXB KGL
ICAO Code OMDB HRYR
City Dubai Kigali
Country United Arab Emirates Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Kigali
Elevation 34 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Dubai (DXB) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,067 kilometers (2,527 miles / 2,196 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 09:45 in Dubai, it's 07:45 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,825 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 40° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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