CBG
Cambridge
United Kingdom
6,646 km
4,129 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,646 km
4,129 mi / 3,588 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
145°
southeast

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CBG KGL
Airport Name Cambridge Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CBG KGL
ICAO Code EGSC HRYR
City Cambridge Kigali
Country United Kingdom Rwanda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kigali
Elevation 47 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 52.200000, 0.180000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Cambridge (CBG) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cambridge Airport (CBG) in Cambridge, United Kingdom to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,646 kilometers (4,129 miles / 3,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

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 12:54 in Cambridge, it's 14:54 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,812 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Cambridge Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Cambridge (CBG) 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 Cambridge Airport (CBG) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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