KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,645 km
4,129 miles
MEY
Meghauli
Nepal
Distance
6,645 km
4,129 mi / 3,588 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
56°
northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL MEY
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Meghauli Airport
IATA Code KGL MEY
ICAO Code HRYR VNMG
City Kigali Meghauli
Country Rwanda Nepal
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 4,859 ft 600 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 27.580000, 84.230000

Kigali (KGL) to Meghauli (MEY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Meghauli Airport (MEY) in Meghauli, Nepal is 6,645 kilometers (4,129 miles / 3,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 Nepal. 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 21:31 in Kigali, it's 01:16 in Meghauli. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,259 feet between the two airports. Meghauli Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Meghauli (MEY) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 250° (west southwest). 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 Meghauli Airport (MEY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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