KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
2,105 km
1,308 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
2,105 km
1,308 mi / 1,137 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL PLF
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code KGL PLF
ICAO Code HRYR FTTP
City Kigali Pala
Country Rwanda Chad
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 9.380000, 14.930000

Kigali (KGL) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 2,105 kilometers (1,308 miles / 1,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:06 in Kigali, it's 15:06 in Pala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,327 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 126° (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 Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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