The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is 3,841 kilometers (2,387 miles / 2,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:43 in Kigali, it's 08:43 in Ouagadougou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,822 feet between the two airports. Ouagadougou Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Ouagadougou (OUA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 112° (east southeast). 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 Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.