GMZ
Alajero
Spain
6,054 km
3,762 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,054 km
3,762 mi / 3,269 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Atlantic/Canary
Heading
115°
east southeast

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GMZ KGL
Airport Name La Gomera Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GMZ KGL
ICAO Code GCGM HRYR
City Alajero Kigali
Country Spain Rwanda
Timezone Atlantic/Canary Africa/Kigali
Elevation 716 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 28.030000, -17.210000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Alajero (GMZ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Gomera Airport (GMZ) in Alajero, Spain to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,054 kilometers (3,762 miles / 3,269 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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 Spain with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:03 in Alajero, it's 10:03 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,143 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than La Gomera Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Alajero (GMZ) follows a heading of 307° (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 La Gomera Airport (GMZ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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