Airport Comparison
Kilaguni (ILU) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kilaguni Airport (ILU) in Kilaguni, Kenya to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 887 kilometers (551 miles / 479 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 277°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Kenya with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:02 in Kilaguni, it's 16:02 in Kigali.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,109 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Kilaguni Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Kilaguni (ILU) follows a heading of 97° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kilaguni Airport (ILU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.