ABD
Abadan
Iran
4,076 km
2,532 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,076 km
2,532 mi / 2,201 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
211°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

ABD KGL
Airport Name Abadan Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code ABD KGL
ICAO Code OIAA HRYR
City Abadan Kigali
Country Iran Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Tehran Africa/Kigali
Elevation 10 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 30.370000, 48.230000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Abadan (ABD) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abadan Airport (ABD) in Abadan, Iran to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,076 kilometers (2,532 miles / 2,201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Iran 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 10:43 in Abadan, it's 09:13 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,849 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Abadan Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Abadan (ABD) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Abadan Airport (ABD) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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