Airport Comparison
| BKS | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | BKS | KGL |
| ICAO Code | WIPL | HRYR |
| City | Bengkulu-Sumatra Island | Kigali |
| Country | Indonesia | Rwanda |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.860000, 102.340000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Bengkulu-Sumatra Island (BKS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport (BKS) in Bengkulu-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,019 kilometers (4,983 miles / 4,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 269°.
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 Indonesia 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 07:08 in Bengkulu-Sumatra Island, it's 02:08 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,809 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Bengkulu-Sumatra Island (BKS) follows a heading of 93° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport (BKS) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.