KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
3,568 km
2,217 miles
SPX
Giza
Egypt
Distance
3,568 km
2,217 mi / 1,927 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

KGL SPX
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Sphinx International Airport
IATA Code KGL SPX
ICAO Code HRYR HESX
City Kigali Giza
Country Rwanda Egypt
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Cairo
Elevation 4,859 ft 553 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 30.110000, 30.890000

Kigali (KGL) to Giza (SPX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sphinx International Airport (SPX) in Giza, Egypt is 3,568 kilometers (2,217 miles / 1,927 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Egypt. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:19 in Kigali, it's 17:19 in Giza.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,306 feet between the two airports. Sphinx International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Giza (SPX) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 181° (south). 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 Sphinx International Airport (SPX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.