KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
8,225 km
5,111 miles
KKC
Khon Kaen
Thailand
Distance
8,225 km
5,111 mi / 4,441 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
72°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL KKC
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Khon Kaen Airport
IATA Code KGL KKC
ICAO Code HRYR VTUK
City Kigali Khon Kaen
Country Rwanda Thailand
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 4,859 ft 670 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 16.470000, 102.780000

Kigali (KGL) to Khon Kaen (KKC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) in Khon Kaen, Thailand is 8,225 kilometers (5,111 miles / 4,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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 Rwanda with Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:46 in Kigali, it's 01:46 in Khon Kaen. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,189 feet between the two airports. Khon Kaen Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Khon Kaen (KKC) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 263° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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