GWD
Gwadar
Pakistan
4,600 km
2,858 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
4,600 km
2,858 mi / 2,484 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
234°
southwest

Airport Comparison

GWD KGL
Airport Name Gwadar International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GWD KGL
ICAO Code OPGD HRYR
City Gwadar Kigali
Country Pakistan Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Karachi Africa/Kigali
Elevation 36 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 25.230000, 62.330000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gwadar (GWD) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gwadar International Airport (GWD) in Gwadar, Pakistan to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 4,600 kilometers (2,858 miles / 2,484 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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 Pakistan 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 22:10 in Gwadar, it's 19:10 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 4,823 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gwadar International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gwadar (GWD) follows a heading of 47° (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 Gwadar International Airport (GWD) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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