IRO
Birao
Central African Republic
1,587 km
986 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
1,587 km
986 mi / 857 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
148°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IRO KGL
Airport Name Birao Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code IRO KGL
ICAO Code FEFI HRYR
City Birao Kigali
Country Central African Republic Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Bangui Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,696 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 10.240000, 22.720000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Birao (IRO) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Birao Airport (IRO) in Birao, Central African Republic to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 1,587 kilometers (986 miles / 857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Central African Republic with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:22 in Birao, it's 17:22 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,163 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Birao Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Birao (IRO) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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