KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
2,278 km
1,416 miles
MWE
Merowe
Sudan
Distance
2,278 km
1,416 mi / 1,230 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

KGL MWE
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Merowe Airport
IATA Code KGL MWE
ICAO Code HRYR HSMR
City Kigali Merowe
Country Rwanda Sudan
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Khartoum
Elevation 4,859 ft 846 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 18.450000, 31.830000

Kigali (KGL) to Merowe (MWE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Merowe Airport (MWE) in Merowe, Sudan is 2,278 kilometers (1,416 miles / 1,230 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:46 in Kigali, it's 22:46 in Merowe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,013 feet between the two airports. Merowe Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Merowe (MWE) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 185° (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 Merowe Airport (MWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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