KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
2,869 km
1,783 miles
NCS
Newcastle
South Africa
Distance
2,869 km
1,783 mi / 1,549 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
180°
south

Airport Comparison

KGL NCS
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Newcastle Airport
IATA Code KGL NCS
ICAO Code HRYR FANC
City Kigali Newcastle
Country Rwanda South Africa
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 4,859 ft 4,074 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -27.770000, 29.980000

Kigali (KGL) to Newcastle (NCS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Newcastle Airport (NCS) in Newcastle, South Africa is 2,869 kilometers (1,783 miles / 1,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:07 in Kigali, it's 14:07 in Newcastle.

The return flight from Newcastle (NCS) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 0° (north). 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 Newcastle Airport (NCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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