KAJ
Kajaani
Finland
7,371 km
4,580 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
7,371 km
4,580 mi / 3,980 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
177°
south

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KAJ KGL
Airport Name Kajaani Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code KAJ KGL
ICAO Code EFKI HRYR
City Kajaani Kigali
Country Finland Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Kigali
Elevation 483 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 64.290000, 27.690000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Kajaani (KAJ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kajaani Airport (KAJ) in Kajaani, Finland to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 7,371 kilometers (4,580 miles / 3,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 Finland 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 03:41 in Kajaani, it's 03:41 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,376 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Kajaani Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Kajaani (KAJ) follows a heading of 359° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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