KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,566 km
4,080 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,566 km
4,080 mi / 3,545 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
338°
north northwest

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KGL LGW
Airport Name Kigali International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code KGL LGW
ICAO Code HRYR EGKK
City Kigali London
Country Rwanda United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/London
Elevation 4,859 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 51.150000, -0.190000

Kigali (KGL) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,566 kilometers (4,080 miles / 3,545 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:58 in Kigali, it's 10:58 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,657 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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