EBL
Arbil
Iraq
4,484 km
2,786 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,484 km
2,786 mi / 2,421 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
202°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

EBL KGL
Airport Name Erbil International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code EBL KGL
ICAO Code ORER HRYR
City Arbil Kigali
Country Iraq Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,341 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 36.240000, 43.960000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Arbil (EBL) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erbil International Airport (EBL) in Arbil, Iraq to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,484 kilometers (2,786 miles / 2,421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 Iraq 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 16:43 in Arbil, it's 15:43 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,518 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Erbil International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Arbil (EBL) follows a heading of 17° (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 Erbil International Airport (EBL) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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