KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
2,653 km
1,649 miles
MJA
Manja
Madagascar
Distance
2,653 km
1,649 mi / 1,433 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
146°
southeast

Airport Comparison

KGL MJA
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Manja Airport
IATA Code KGL MJA
ICAO Code HRYR FMSJ
City Kigali Manja
Country Rwanda Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Kigali Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 4,859 ft 787 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -21.430000, 44.320000

Kigali (KGL) to Manja (MJA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Manja Airport (MJA) in Manja, Madagascar is 2,653 kilometers (1,649 miles / 1,433 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:20 in Kigali, it's 16:20 in Manja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,072 feet between the two airports. Manja Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Manja (MJA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). 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 Manja Airport (MJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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