AAM
Malamala
South Africa
2,545 km
1,582 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,545 km
1,582 mi / 1,374 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

AAM KGL
Airport Name Malamala Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code AAM KGL
ICAO Code FAMD HRYR
City Malamala Kigali
Country South Africa Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,124 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -24.820000, 31.540000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Malamala (AAM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malamala Airport (AAM) in Malamala, South Africa to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,545 kilometers (1,582 miles / 1,374 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:33 in Malamala, it's 15:33 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,735 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Malamala Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Malamala (AAM) follows a heading of 177° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Malamala Airport (AAM) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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