KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
10,390 km
6,456 miles
RLO
Merlo
Argentina
Distance
10,390 km
6,456 mi / 5,610 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
237°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

KGL RLO
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Valle Del Conlara International Airport
IATA Code KGL RLO
ICAO Code HRYR SAOS
City Kigali Merlo
Country Rwanda Argentina
Timezone Africa/Kigali America/Argentina/San_Luis
Elevation 4,859 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -32.380000, -65.190000

Kigali (KGL) to Merlo (RLO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) in Merlo, Argentina is 10,390 kilometers (6,456 miles / 5,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 Argentina. 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 21:21 in Kigali, it's 16:21 in Merlo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,838 feet between the two airports. Valle Del Conlara International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Merlo (RLO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 95° (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 Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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