EMA
Nottingham
United Kingdom
6,762 km
4,202 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,762 km
4,202 mi / 3,651 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
143°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

EMA KGL
Airport Name East Midlands Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code EMA KGL
ICAO Code EGNX HRYR
City Nottingham Kigali
Country United Kingdom Rwanda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kigali
Elevation 306 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 52.830000, -1.330000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Nottingham (EMA) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from East Midlands Airport (EMA) in Nottingham, United Kingdom to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,762 kilometers (4,202 miles / 3,651 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 United Kingdom with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:47 in Nottingham, it's 04:47 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,553 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than East Midlands Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Nottingham (EMA) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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