BQQ
Barra
Brazil
8,142 km
5,059 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,142 km
5,059 mi / 4,396 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Bahia
Heading
89°
east

Airport Comparison

BQQ KGL
Airport Name Barra Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BQQ KGL
ICAO Code SNBX HRYR
City Barra Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Bahia Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,345 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -11.080000, -43.150000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Barra (BQQ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barra Airport (BQQ) in Barra, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,142 kilometers (5,059 miles / 4,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:26 in Barra, it's 05:26 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 3,514 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Barra Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Barra (BQQ) follows a heading of 259° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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