GSM
Dayrestan Airport
Iran
4,223 km
2,624 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,223 km
2,624 mi / 2,280 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
225°
southwest

Airport Comparison

GSM KGL
Airport Name Dayrestan Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GSM KGL
ICAO Code OIKQ HRYR
City N/A Kigali
Country Iran Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Tehran Africa/Kigali
Elevation 45 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 26.750000, 55.900000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Dayrestan Airport (GSM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dayrestan Airport (GSM) in Dayrestan Airport, Iran to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,223 kilometers (2,624 miles / 2,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 Iran 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 11:31 in Dayrestan Airport, it's 10:01 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,814 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Dayrestan Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Dayrestan Airport (GSM) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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