GWL
Gwalior
India
6,040 km
3,753 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,040 km
3,753 mi / 3,261 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
246°
west southwest

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GWL KGL
Airport Name Gwalior Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GWL KGL
ICAO Code VIGR HRYR
City Gwalior Kigali
Country India Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Kigali
Elevation 617 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 26.290000, 78.230000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gwalior (GWL) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gwalior Airport (GWL) in Gwalior, India to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,040 kilometers (3,753 miles / 3,261 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:22 in Gwalior, it's 02:52 in Kigali. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,242 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gwalior Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gwalior (GWL) follows a heading of 55° (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 Gwalior Airport (GWL) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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