BZI
Balikesir
Turkey
4,630 km
2,877 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,630 km
2,877 mi / 2,500 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
177°
south

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BZI KGL
Airport Name Balikesir Merkez Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code BZI KGL
ICAO Code LTBF HRYR
City Balikesir Kigali
Country Turkey Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Kigali
Elevation 340 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 39.620000, 27.930000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Balikesir (BZI) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balikesir Merkez Airport (BZI) in Balikesir, Turkey to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,630 kilometers (2,877 miles / 2,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 Turkey 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 02:05 in Balikesir, it's 01:05 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,519 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Balikesir Merkez Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Balikesir (BZI) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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