GBB
Gabala
Azerbaijan
5,081 km
3,157 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
5,081 km
3,157 mi / 2,744 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Baku
Heading
205°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

GBB KGL
Airport Name Gabala International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GBB KGL
ICAO Code UBBQ HRYR
City Gabala Kigali
Country Azerbaijan Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Baku Africa/Kigali
Elevation 935 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 40.830000, 47.710000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gabala (GBB) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gabala International Airport (GBB) in Gabala, Azerbaijan to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 5,081 kilometers (3,157 miles / 2,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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 Azerbaijan 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 07:08 in Gabala, it's 05:08 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,924 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gabala International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gabala (GBB) follows a heading of 19° (north 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 Gabala International Airport (GBB) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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