KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,923 km
3,680 miles
TQN
Taloqan
Afghanistan
Distance
5,923 km
3,680 mi / 3,198 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
39°
northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL TQN
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Talolqan Airport
IATA Code KGL TQN
ICAO Code HRYR OATQ
City Kigali Taloqan
Country Rwanda Afghanistan
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kabul
Elevation 4,859 ft 2,606 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 36.770000, 69.530000

Kigali (KGL) to Taloqan (TQN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Talolqan Airport (TQN) in Taloqan, Afghanistan is 5,923 kilometers (3,680 miles / 3,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 22:47 in Kigali, it's 01:17 in Taloqan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,253 feet between the two airports. Talolqan Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Taloqan (TQN) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 232° (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 Talolqan Airport (TQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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