KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
4,889 km
3,038 miles
NMF
Maafaru
Maldives
Distance
4,889 km
3,038 mi / 2,640 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
80°
east

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KGL NMF
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Maafaru International Airport
IATA Code KGL NMF
ICAO Code HRYR VRDA
City Kigali Maafaru
Country Rwanda Maldives
Timezone Africa/Kigali Indian/Maldives
Elevation 4,859 ft 6 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 5.820000, 73.470000

Kigali (KGL) to Maafaru (NMF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Maafaru International Airport (NMF) in Maafaru, Maldives is 4,889 kilometers (3,038 miles / 2,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 80°.

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 Maldives. 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 17:43 in Kigali, it's 20:43 in Maafaru. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,854 feet between the two airports. Maafaru International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Maafaru (NMF) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 261° (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 Maafaru International Airport (NMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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