BGC
Braganca Airport
Portugal
6,123 km
3,804 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,123 km
3,804 mi / 3,306 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
133°
southeast

Airport Comparison

BGC KGL
Airport Name Braganca Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BGC KGL
ICAO Code LPBG HRYR
City N/A Kigali
Country Portugal Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Africa/Kigali
Elevation 2,241 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 41.860000, -6.710000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Braganca Airport (BGC) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Braganca Airport (BGC) in Braganca Airport, Portugal to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,123 kilometers (3,804 miles / 3,306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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 Portugal 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 04:21 in Braganca Airport, it's 06:21 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,618 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Braganca Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Braganca Airport (BGC) follows a heading of 327° (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 Braganca Airport (BGC) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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