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Airport Comparison
| FDF | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | FDF | KGL |
| ICAO Code | TFFF | HRYR |
| City | Fort-de-France | Kigali |
| Country | MQ | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Martinique | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.590000, -61.000000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Fort-de-France (FDF) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport (FDF) in Fort-de-France, MQ to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,185 kilometers (6,329 miles / 5,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 92°.
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 MQ 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 05:35 in Fort-de-France, it's 11:35 in Kigali. With a 6-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 4,843 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Fort-de-France (FDF) follows a heading of 285° (west 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 Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport (FDF) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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