BSS
Balsas
Brazil
8,457 km
5,255 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,457 km
5,255 mi / 4,566 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Fortaleza
Heading
90°
east

Airport Comparison

BSS KGL
Airport Name Balsas Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BSS KGL
ICAO Code SNBS HRYR
City Balsas Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Fortaleza Africa/Kigali
Elevation 930 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -7.530000, -46.050000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Balsas (BSS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balsas Airport (BSS) in Balsas, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,457 kilometers (5,255 miles / 4,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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 18:41 in Balsas, it's 23:41 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 3,929 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Balsas Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Balsas (BSS) follows a heading of 263° (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 Balsas Airport (BSS) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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