AAN
Al Ain
United Arab Emirates
4,009 km
2,491 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,009 km
2,491 mi / 2,165 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
227°
southwest

Airport Comparison

AAN KGL
Airport Name Al Ain International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code AAN KGL
ICAO Code OMAL HRYR
City Al Ain Kigali
Country United Arab Emirates Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Kigali
Elevation 869 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 24.260000, 55.610000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Al Ain (AAN) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Al Ain International Airport (AAN) in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,009 kilometers (2,491 miles / 2,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:27 in Al Ain, it's 13:27 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,990 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Al Ain International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Al Ain (AAN) follows a heading of 42° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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