GMS
Uberlandia
Brazil
8,733 km
5,427 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,733 km
5,427 mi / 4,716 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
88°
east

Airport Comparison

GMS KGL
Airport Name Fazenda Canada Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GMS KGL
ICAO Code SNGM HRYR
City Uberlandia Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo Africa/Kigali
Elevation 2,624 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -18.860000, -48.420000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Uberlandia (GMS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fazenda Canada Airport (GMS) in Uberlandia, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,733 kilometers (5,427 miles / 4,716 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Brazil with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:58 in Uberlandia, it's 17:58 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,235 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Fazenda Canada Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Uberlandia (GMS) follows a heading of 251° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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