CAX
Carlisle
United Kingdom
7,008 km
4,355 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
7,008 km
4,355 mi / 3,784 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
142°
southeast

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CAX KGL
Airport Name Carlisle Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CAX KGL
ICAO Code EGNC HRYR
City Carlisle Kigali
Country United Kingdom Rwanda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kigali
Elevation 190 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 54.940000, -2.810000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Carlisle (CAX) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Carlisle Airport (CAX) in Carlisle, United Kingdom to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 7,008 kilometers (4,355 miles / 3,784 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:48 in Carlisle, it's 01:48 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,669 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Carlisle Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Carlisle (CAX) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Carlisle Airport (CAX) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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