IXM
Madurai
India
5,469 km
3,398 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
5,469 km
3,398 mi / 2,953 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
259°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

IXM KGL
Airport Name Madurai Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code IXM KGL
ICAO Code VOMD HRYR
City Madurai Kigali
Country India Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Kigali
Elevation 459 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 9.830000, 78.090000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Madurai (IXM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madurai Airport (IXM) in Madurai, India to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 5,469 kilometers (3,398 miles / 2,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.

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 India 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 12:44 in Madurai, it's 09:14 in Kigali. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,400 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Madurai Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Madurai (IXM) follows a heading of 75° (east 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 Madurai Airport (IXM) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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