FRW
Francistown
Botswana
2,153 km
1,338 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,153 km
1,338 mi / 1,163 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Gaborone
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

FRW KGL
Airport Name Francistown Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code FRW KGL
ICAO Code FBFT HRYR
City Francistown Kigali
Country Botswana Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Gaborone Africa/Kigali
Elevation 3,283 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -21.160000, 27.470000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Francistown (FRW) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Francistown Airport (FRW) in Francistown, Botswana to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,153 kilometers (1,338 miles / 1,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Botswana with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:11 in Francistown, it's 03:11 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,576 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Francistown Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Francistown (FRW) follows a heading of 188° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Francistown Airport (FRW) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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