KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
7,959 km
4,946 miles
UTR
Uttaradit
Thailand
Distance
7,959 km
4,946 mi / 4,298 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
71°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL UTR
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Uttaradit Airport
IATA Code KGL UTR
ICAO Code HRYR VTPU
City Kigali Uttaradit
Country Rwanda Thailand
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 4,859 ft 262 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 17.620000, 100.100000

Kigali (KGL) to Uttaradit (UTR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Uttaradit Airport (UTR) in Uttaradit, Thailand is 7,959 kilometers (4,946 miles / 4,298 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 Thailand. 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 21:42 in Kigali, it's 02:42 in Uttaradit. 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 4,597 feet between the two airports. Uttaradit Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Uttaradit (UTR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 262° (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 Uttaradit Airport (UTR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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