Airport Comparison
| GDL | KRE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Kirundo Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | KRE |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | HBBO |
| City | Guadalajara | Kirundo |
| Country | Mexico | Burundi |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Africa/Bujumbura |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 4,511 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -2.540000, 30.090000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Kirundo (KRE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Kirundo Airport (KRE) in Kirundo, Burundi is 14,586 kilometers (9,063 miles / 7,876 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.
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 Mexico with Burundi. 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 02:23 in Guadalajara, it's 10:23 in Kirundo. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Kirundo (KRE) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 295° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Kirundo Airport (KRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.