FRU
Bishkek
Kyrgyzstan
6,681 km
4,151 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,681 km
4,151 mi / 3,607 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Bishkek
Heading
234°
southwest

Airport Comparison

FRU KGL
Airport Name Manas International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code FRU KGL
ICAO Code UCFM HRYR
City Bishkek Kigali
Country Kyrgyzstan Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Bishkek Africa/Kigali
Elevation 2,090 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 43.060000, 74.480000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Bishkek (FRU) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manas International Airport (FRU) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,681 kilometers (4,151 miles / 3,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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 Kyrgyzstan 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 04:18 in Bishkek, it's 00:18 in Kigali. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,769 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Manas International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Bishkek (FRU) follows a heading of 36° (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 Manas International Airport (FRU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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