KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
8,481 km
5,270 miles
MWK
Matak Island
Indonesia
Distance
8,481 km
5,270 mi / 4,579 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
86°
east

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KGL MWK
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Tarempa Airport
IATA Code KGL MWK
ICAO Code HRYR WIOM
City Kigali Matak Island
Country Rwanda Indonesia
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 4,859 ft 10 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 3.350000, 106.260000

Kigali (KGL) to Matak Island (MWK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Tarempa Airport (MWK) in Matak Island, Indonesia is 8,481 kilometers (5,270 miles / 4,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Indonesia. 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 12:55 in Kigali, it's 17:55 in Matak Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,849 feet between the two airports. Tarempa Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Matak Island (MWK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 267° (west). 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 Tarempa Airport (MWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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