KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
1,663 km
1,034 miles
MNR
Mongu
Zambia
Distance
1,663 km
1,034 mi / 898 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
207°
south southwest

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KGL MNR
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Mongu Airport
IATA Code KGL MNR
ICAO Code HRYR FLMG
City Kigali Mongu
Country Rwanda Zambia
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,488 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -15.250000, 23.160000

Kigali (KGL) to Mongu (MNR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Mongu Airport (MNR) in Mongu, Zambia is 1,663 kilometers (1,034 miles / 898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

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 Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Kigali, it's 17:05 in Mongu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,371 feet between the two airports. Mongu Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Mongu (MNR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 28° (north northeast). 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 Mongu Airport (MNR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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