Airport Comparison
Costa Marques (CQS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Costa Marques Airport (CQS) in Costa Marques, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,437 kilometers (6,485 miles / 5,635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 93°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 08:57 in Costa Marques, it's 14:57 in Kigali. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,304 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Costa Marques Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Costa Marques (CQS) follows a heading of 257° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Costa Marques Airport (CQS) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.