IMQ
Makou
Iran
4,819 km
2,994 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,819 km
2,994 mi / 2,602 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
201°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IMQ KGL
Airport Name Makou Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code IMQ KGL
ICAO Code OITU HRYR
City Makou Kigali
Country Iran Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Tehran Africa/Kigali
Elevation 0 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 39.330000, 44.430000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Makou (IMQ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Makou Airport (IMQ) in Makou, Iran to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,819 kilometers (2,994 miles / 2,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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 Iran 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 19:30 in Makou, it's 18:00 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,859 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Makou Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Makou (IMQ) follows a heading of 16° (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 Makou Airport (IMQ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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