Airport Comparison
| EGP | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maverick County Memorial International Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | EGP | KGL |
| ICAO Code | K5T9 | HRYR |
| City | Eagle Pass | Kigali |
| Country | United States | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 887 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.860000, -100.510000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Eagle Pass (EGP) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maverick County Memorial International Airport (EGP) in Eagle Pass, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,003 kilometers (8,701 miles / 7,561 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.
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 United States with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:17 in Eagle Pass, it's 10:17 in Kigali. With a 8-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 3,972 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Maverick County Memorial International Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Eagle Pass (EGP) follows a heading of 305° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Maverick County Memorial International Airport (EGP) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.