KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,841 km
4,251 miles
RJB
Rajbiraj
Nepal
Distance
6,841 km
4,251 mi / 3,694 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
58°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL RJB
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Rajbiraj Airport
IATA Code KGL RJB
ICAO Code HRYR VNRB
City Kigali Rajbiraj
Country Rwanda Nepal
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 4,859 ft 250 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 26.520000, 86.750000

Kigali (KGL) to Rajbiraj (RJB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Rajbiraj Airport (RJB) in Rajbiraj, Nepal is 6,841 kilometers (4,251 miles / 3,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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 Nepal. 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 16:03 in Kigali, it's 19:48 in Rajbiraj. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,609 feet between the two airports. Rajbiraj Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Rajbiraj (RJB) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 252° (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 Rajbiraj Airport (RJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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