BZE
Belize City
Belize
13,084 km
8,130 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
13,084 km
8,130 mi / 7,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Belize
Heading
83°
east

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Airport Comparison

BZE KGL
Airport Name Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BZE KGL
ICAO Code MZBZ HRYR
City Belize City Kigali
Country Belize Rwanda
Timezone America/Belize Africa/Kigali
Elevation 15 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 17.540000, -88.310000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Belize City (BZE) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, Belize to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,084 kilometers (8,130 miles / 7,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Belize 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 03:24 in Belize City, it's 11:24 in Kigali. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,844 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Belize City (BZE) follows a heading of 289° (west 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 Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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