Airport Comparison
Kigali (KGL) to Nejjo (NEJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Nejjo Airport (NEJ) in Nejjo, Ethiopia is 1,410 kilometers (876 miles / 762 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:30 in Kigali, it's 16:30 in Nejjo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,291 feet between the two airports. Nejjo Airport sits higher than Kigali International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nejjo (NEJ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 205° (south southwest). 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 Nejjo Airport (NEJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.