KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,140 km
3,815 miles
SXR
Srinagar
India
Distance
6,140 km
3,815 mi / 3,315 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
45°
northeast

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KGL SXR
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Sheikh ul Alam Airport
IATA Code KGL SXR
ICAO Code HRYR VISR
City Kigali Srinagar
Country Rwanda India
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 4,859 ft 5,429 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 33.990000, 74.770000

Kigali (KGL) to Srinagar (SXR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sheikh ul Alam Airport (SXR) in Srinagar, India is 6,140 kilometers (3,815 miles / 3,315 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 22:37 in Kigali, it's 02:07 in Srinagar. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Srinagar (SXR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 239° (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 Sheikh ul Alam Airport (SXR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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