GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
2,679 km
1,665 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,679 km
1,665 mi / 1,447 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

GCJ KGL
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GCJ KGL
ICAO Code FAGC HRYR
City Midrand Kigali
Country South Africa Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kigali
Elevation 5,325 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Midrand (GCJ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,679 kilometers (1,665 miles / 1,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

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 18:42 in Midrand, it's 18:42 in Kigali.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 184° (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 Grand Central Airport (GCJ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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