DAP
Darchula
Nepal
6,401 km
3,977 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,401 km
3,977 mi / 3,456 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
246°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

DAP KGL
Airport Name Darchula Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code DAP KGL
ICAO Code VNDL HRYR
City Darchula Kigali
Country Nepal Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Kigali
Elevation 2,132 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 29.670000, 80.550000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Darchula (DAP) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Darchula Airport (DAP) in Darchula, Nepal to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,401 kilometers (3,977 miles / 3,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 Nepal 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 23:58 in Darchula, it's 20:13 in Kigali. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,727 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Darchula Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Darchula (DAP) follows a heading of 53° (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 Darchula Airport (DAP) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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