KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,169 km
3,212 miles
RAJ
Rajkot
India
Distance
5,169 km
3,212 mi / 2,791 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
56°
northeast

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KGL RAJ
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Rajkot Airport
IATA Code KGL RAJ
ICAO Code HRYR VARK
City Kigali Rajkot
Country Rwanda India
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 4,859 ft 441 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 22.310000, 70.780000

Kigali (KGL) to Rajkot (RAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Rajkot Airport (RAJ) in Rajkot, India is 5,169 kilometers (3,212 miles / 2,791 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 India. 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 22:02 in Kigali, it's 01:32 in Rajkot. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,418 feet between the two airports. Rajkot Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Rajkot (RAJ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 244° (west 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 Rajkot Airport (RAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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