KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
7,664 km
4,762 miles
SIW
Parapat-Sumatra Island
Indonesia
Distance
7,664 km
4,762 mi / 4,138 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
86°
east

Airport Comparison

KGL SIW
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Parapat Airport
IATA Code KGL SIW
ICAO Code HRYR WIMP
City Kigali Parapat-Sumatra Island
Country Rwanda Indonesia
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,081 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 2.670000, 98.930000

Kigali (KGL) to Parapat-Sumatra Island (SIW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Parapat Airport (SIW) in Parapat-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 7,664 kilometers (4,762 miles / 4,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Indonesia. 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 18:59 in Kigali, it's 23:59 in Parapat-Sumatra Island. 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 1,778 feet between the two airports. Parapat Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Parapat-Sumatra Island (SIW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 267° (west). 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 Parapat Airport (SIW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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