ALU
Alula
Somalia
2,754 km
1,711 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,754 km
1,711 mi / 1,487 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
237°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

ALU KGL
Airport Name Alula Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code ALU KGL
ICAO Code HCMA HRYR
City Alula Kigali
Country Somalia Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Africa/Kigali
Elevation 6 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 11.960000, 50.750000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Alula (ALU) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alula Airport (ALU) in Alula, Somalia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,754 kilometers (1,711 miles / 1,487 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 Somalia with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:01 in Alula, it's 07:01 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,853 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Alula Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Alula (ALU) follows a heading of 55° (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 Alula Airport (ALU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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