KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,927 km
3,683 miles
VGA
Vijayawada Airport
India
Distance
5,927 km
3,683 mi / 3,200 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
68°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL VGA
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Vijayawada Airport
IATA Code KGL VGA
ICAO Code HRYR VOBZ
City Kigali N/A
Country Rwanda India
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 4,859 ft 82 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 16.530000, 80.800000

Kigali (KGL) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Vijayawada Airport (VGA) in Vijayawada Airport, India is 5,927 kilometers (3,683 miles / 3,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 17:23 in Kigali, it's 20:53 in Vijayawada Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,777 feet between the two airports. Vijayawada Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 255° (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 Vijayawada Airport (VGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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