Airport Comparison
| BIF | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIF | KGL |
| ICAO Code | KBIF | HRYR |
| City | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ | Kigali |
| Country | United States | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 3,947 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.850000, -106.380000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,384 kilometers (8,938 miles / 7,767 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:46 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, it's 02:46 in Kigali. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) follows a heading of 311° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.