KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,501 km
4,040 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
6,501 km
4,040 mi / 3,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
54°
northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL RUK
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code KGL RUK
ICAO Code HRYR VNRK
City Kigali Rukumkot
Country Rwanda Nepal
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 4,859 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 28.630000, 82.190000

Kigali (KGL) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 6,501 kilometers (4,040 miles / 3,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 19:27 in Kigali, it's 23:12 in Rukumkot. 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 2,359 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 248° (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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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