KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
7,315 km
4,546 miles
SHL
Shillong
India
Distance
7,315 km
4,546 mi / 3,950 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
61°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL SHL
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Shillong Airport
IATA Code KGL SHL
ICAO Code HRYR VEBI
City Kigali Shillong
Country Rwanda India
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 4,859 ft 2,910 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 25.700000, 91.980000

Kigali (KGL) to Shillong (SHL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Shillong Airport (SHL) in Shillong, India is 7,315 kilometers (4,546 miles / 3,950 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 18:39 in Kigali, it's 22:09 in Shillong. 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 1,949 feet between the two airports. Shillong Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Shillong (SHL) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 255° (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 Shillong Airport (SHL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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