ALJ
Alexander Bay
South Africa
3,291 km
2,045 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
3,291 km
2,045 mi / 1,777 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
28°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

ALJ KGL
Airport Name Alexander Bay Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code ALJ KGL
ICAO Code FAAB HRYR
City Alexander Bay Kigali
Country South Africa Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kigali
Elevation 98 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -28.570000, 16.530000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Alexander Bay (ALJ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) in Alexander Bay, South Africa to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 3,291 kilometers (2,045 miles / 1,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

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 03:30 in Alexander Bay, it's 03:30 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,761 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Alexander Bay Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Alexander Bay (ALJ) follows a heading of 205° (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 Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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