GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
2,154 km
1,338 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,154 km
1,338 mi / 1,163 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
244°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

GLK KGL
Airport Name Galcaio Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GLK KGL
ICAO Code HCMR HRYR
City Galcaio Kigali
Country Somalia Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Africa/Kigali
Elevation 975 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 6.780000, 47.450000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Galcaio (GLK) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,154 kilometers (1,338 miles / 1,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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 Somalia with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:16 in Galcaio, it's 17:16 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,884 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Galcaio Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Galcaio Airport (GLK) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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