KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,995 km
4,346 miles
RGH
Balurghat
India
Distance
6,995 km
4,346 mi / 3,777 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
60°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL RGH
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Balurghat Airport
IATA Code KGL RGH
ICAO Code HRYR VEBG
City Kigali Balurghat
Country Rwanda India
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 4,859 ft 78 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 25.260000, 88.800000

Kigali (KGL) to Balurghat (RGH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Balurghat Airport (RGH) in Balurghat, India is 6,995 kilometers (4,346 miles / 3,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 22:44 in Kigali, it's 02:14 in Balurghat. 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 4,781 feet between the two airports. Balurghat Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Balurghat (RGH) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 253° (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 Balurghat Airport (RGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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