BCN
Barcelona
Spain
5,584 km
3,470 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
5,584 km
3,470 mi / 3,015 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
142°
southeast

Airport Comparison

BCN KGL
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BCN KGL
ICAO Code LEBL HRYR
City Barcelona Kigali
Country Spain Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Kigali
Elevation 12 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Barcelona (BCN) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 5,584 kilometers (3,470 miles / 3,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 Spain with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:04 in Barcelona, it's 09:04 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,847 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 333° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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