CKS
Carajas
Brazil
8,894 km
5,527 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
8,894 km
5,527 mi / 4,803 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Araguaina
Heading
91°
east

Airport Comparison

CKS KGL
Airport Name Carajas Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CKS KGL
ICAO Code SBCJ HRYR
City Carajas Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Araguaina Africa/Kigali
Elevation 2,064 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -6.120000, -50.000000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Carajas (CKS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Carajas Airport (CKS) in Carajas, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 8,894 kilometers (5,527 miles / 4,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:11 in Carajas, it's 18:11 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,795 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Carajas Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Carajas (CKS) follows a heading of 264° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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