CQD
Shahrekord
Iran
4,390 km
2,728 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,390 km
2,728 mi / 2,370 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
214°
southwest

Airport Comparison

CQD KGL
Airport Name Shahrekord Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CQD KGL
ICAO Code OIFS HRYR
City Shahrekord Kigali
Country Iran Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Tehran Africa/Kigali
Elevation 6,723 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 32.300000, 50.840000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Shahrekord (CQD) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shahrekord Airport (CQD) in Shahrekord, Iran to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,390 kilometers (2,728 miles / 2,370 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 214°.

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 Iran 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 21:35 in Shahrekord, it's 20:05 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,864 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits lower than Shahrekord Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Shahrekord (CQD) follows a heading of 28° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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