The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) in Yüksekova, Turkey is 4,628 kilometers (2,876 miles / 2,499 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 Turkey. 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 08:28 in Kigali, it's 09:28 in Yüksekova.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,237 feet between the two airports. Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport sits higher than Kigali International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Yüksekova (YKO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 202° (south 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 Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.