GMM
Gamboma
Congo
1,584 km
984 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
1,584 km
984 mi / 855 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Brazzaville
Heading
91°
east

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GMM KGL
Airport Name Gamboma Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GMM KGL
ICAO Code FCOG HRYR
City Gamboma Kigali
Country Congo Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Brazzaville Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,509 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -1.830000, 15.890000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gamboma (GMM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gamboma Airport (GMM) in Gamboma, Congo to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 1,584 kilometers (984 miles / 855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:53 in Gamboma, it's 18:53 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,350 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gamboma Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gamboma (GMM) follows a heading of 270° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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