KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
4,568 km
2,838 miles
KZR
Altintas
Turkey
Distance
4,568 km
2,838 mi / 2,466 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

KGL KZR
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Zafer Airport
IATA Code KGL KZR
ICAO Code HRYR LTBZ
City Kigali Altintas
Country Rwanda Turkey
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,327 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 39.110000, 30.140000

Kigali (KGL) to Altintas (KZR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Zafer Airport (KZR) in Altintas, Turkey is 4,568 kilometers (2,838 miles / 2,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

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 Turkey. 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 22:16 in Kigali, it's 23:16 in Altintas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,532 feet between the two airports. Zafer Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Altintas (KZR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 180° (south). 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 Zafer Airport (KZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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