IAA
Igarka
Russia
8,855 km
5,502 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,855 km
5,502 mi / 4,781 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Krasnoyarsk
Heading
238°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

IAA KGL
Airport Name Igarka Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code IAA KGL
ICAO Code UOII HRYR
City Igarka Kigali
Country Russia Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Krasnoyarsk Africa/Kigali
Elevation 82 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 67.440000, 86.620000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Igarka (IAA) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Igarka Airport (IAA) in Igarka, Russia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,855 kilometers (5,502 miles / 4,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.

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 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 20:29 in Igarka, it's 15:29 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 4,777 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Igarka Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Igarka (IAA) follows a heading of 19° (north 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 Igarka Airport (IAA) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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