GAN
Gan
Maldives
4,784 km
2,973 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,784 km
2,973 mi / 2,583 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Indian/Maldives
Heading
268°
west

Airport Comparison

GAN KGL
Airport Name Gan International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GAN KGL
ICAO Code VRMG HRYR
City Gan Kigali
Country Maldives Rwanda
Timezone Indian/Maldives Africa/Kigali
Elevation 7 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -0.690000, 73.160000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gan (GAN) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,784 kilometers (2,973 miles / 2,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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 Maldives 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 19:31 in Gan, it's 16:31 in Kigali. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,852 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gan International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gan (GAN) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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