ASW
Aswan
Egypt
2,898 km
1,801 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,898 km
1,801 mi / 1,565 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
186°
south

Airport Comparison

ASW KGL
Airport Name Aswan International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code ASW KGL
ICAO Code HESN HRYR
City Aswan Kigali
Country Egypt Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Kigali
Elevation 662 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 23.960000, 32.820000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Aswan (ASW) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Aswan International Airport (ASW) in Aswan, Egypt to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,898 kilometers (1,801 miles / 1,565 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:30 in Aswan, it's 05:30 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,197 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Aswan International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Aswan (ASW) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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