GYS
Guangyuan
China
8,776 km
5,453 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,776 km
5,453 mi / 4,739 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
260°
west

Airport Comparison

GYS KGL
Airport Name Guangyuan Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GYS KGL
ICAO Code ZUGU HRYR
City Guangyuan Kigali
Country China Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Kigali
Elevation 0 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 32.390000, 105.700000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Guangyuan (GYS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangyuan Airport (GYS) in Guangyuan, China to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,776 kilometers (5,453 miles / 4,739 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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 China 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 22:44 in Guangyuan, it's 16:44 in Kigali. With a 6-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 4,859 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Guangyuan Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Guangyuan (GYS) follows a heading of 56° (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 Guangyuan Airport (GYS) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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