EME
Emden
Germany
6,513 km
4,047 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,513 km
4,047 mi / 3,517 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
153°
south southeast

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EME KGL
Airport Name Emden Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code EME KGL
ICAO Code EDWE HRYR
City Emden Kigali
Country Germany Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Berlin Africa/Kigali
Elevation 3 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 53.390000, 7.230000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Emden (EME) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Emden Airport (EME) in Emden, Germany to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,513 kilometers (4,047 miles / 3,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 Germany 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 10:22 in Emden, it's 11:22 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,856 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Emden Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Emden (EME) follows a heading of 344° (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 Emden Airport (EME) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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