BBI
Bhubaneswar
India
6,547 km
4,068 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,547 km
4,068 mi / 3,535 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
255°
west southwest

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BBI KGL
Airport Name Biju Patnaik Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BBI KGL
ICAO Code VEBS HRYR
City Bhubaneswar Kigali
Country India Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Kigali
Elevation 138 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 20.240000, 85.820000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Biju Patnaik Airport (BBI) in Bhubaneswar, India to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,547 kilometers (4,068 miles / 3,535 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 India 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 10:18 in Bhubaneswar, it's 06:48 in Kigali. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,721 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Biju Patnaik Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Bhubaneswar (BBI) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Biju Patnaik Airport (BBI) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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