GIY
Giyani
South Africa
2,370 km
1,473 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,370 km
1,473 mi / 1,280 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
359°
north

Airport Comparison

GIY KGL
Airport Name Giyani Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GIY KGL
ICAO Code FAGI HRYR
City Giyani Kigali
Country South Africa Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,584 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Giyani (GIY) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,370 kilometers (1,473 miles / 1,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

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 South Africa with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:52 in Giyani, it's 01:52 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,275 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Giyani Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 179° (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 Giyani Airport (GIY) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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