BUG
Benguela
Angola
2,190 km
1,361 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,190 km
1,361 mi / 1,183 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Luanda
Heading
59°
east northeast

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BUG KGL
Airport Name Benguela Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BUG KGL
ICAO Code FNBG HRYR
City Benguela Kigali
Country Angola Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Luanda Africa/Kigali
Elevation 118 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -12.610000, 13.400000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Benguela (BUG) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Benguela Airport (BUG) in Benguela, Angola to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,190 kilometers (1,361 miles / 1,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Angola with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:17 in Benguela, it's 11:17 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,741 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Benguela Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Benguela (BUG) follows a heading of 236° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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