GZT
Gaziantep
Turkey
4,394 km
2,730 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,394 km
2,730 mi / 2,372 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
192°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

GZT KGL
Airport Name Gaziantep International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GZT KGL
ICAO Code LTAJ HRYR
City Gaziantep Kigali
Country Turkey Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Kigali
Elevation 2,315 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 36.950000, 37.480000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gaziantep (GZT) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gaziantep International Airport (GZT) in Gaziantep, Turkey to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,394 kilometers (2,730 miles / 2,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 192°.

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 Turkey 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 08:40 in Gaziantep, it's 07:40 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,544 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gaziantep International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gaziantep (GZT) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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