KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
4,062 km
2,524 miles
PGU
Asalouyeh
Iran
Distance
4,062 km
2,524 mi / 2,194 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
35°
northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL PGU
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Persian Gulf International Airport
IATA Code KGL PGU
ICAO Code HRYR OIBP
City Kigali Asalouyeh
Country Rwanda Iran
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Tehran
Elevation 4,859 ft 27 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 27.380000, 52.740000

Kigali (KGL) to Asalouyeh (PGU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Persian Gulf International Airport (PGU) in Asalouyeh, Iran is 4,062 kilometers (2,524 miles / 2,194 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 Iran. 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 20:50 in Kigali, it's 22:20 in Asalouyeh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,832 feet between the two airports. Persian Gulf International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Asalouyeh (PGU) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 220° (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 Persian Gulf International Airport (PGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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