Airport Comparison
Sovetskaya Gavan (GVN) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maygatka Airport. (GVN) in Sovetskaya Gavan, Russia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 11,613 kilometers (7,216 miles / 6,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Russia with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:03 in Sovetskaya Gavan, it's 19:03 in Kigali. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,091 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Maygatka Airport..
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Sovetskaya Gavan (GVN) follows a heading of 40° (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 Maygatka Airport. (GVN) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.