Airport Comparison
| KGL | PZO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kigali International Airport | General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport |
| IATA Code | KGL | PZO |
| ICAO Code | HRYR | SVPR |
| City | Kigali | Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana |
| Country | Rwanda | Venezuela |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 4,859 ft | 472 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.970000, 30.140000 | 8.290000, -62.760000 |
Kigali (KGL) to Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana (PZO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport (PZO) in Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana, Venezuela is 10,358 kilometers (6,436 miles / 5,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 278°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:18 in Kigali, it's 12:18 in Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,387 feet between the two airports. General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana (PZO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 92° (east). 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 General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport (PZO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.