Airport Comparison
Kigali (KGL) to Kuala Terengganu (TGG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia is 8,144 kilometers (5,060 miles / 4,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
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 Malaysia. 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 20:11 in Kigali, it's 02:11 in Kuala Terengganu. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,838 feet between the two airports. Sultan Mahmud Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Kuala Terengganu (TGG) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 266° (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 Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.