Airport Comparison
| HAI | KGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Three Rivers Municipal/Dr Haines Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| IATA Code | HAI | KGL |
| ICAO Code | KHAI | HRYR |
| City | Three Rivers | Kigali |
| Country | United States | Rwanda |
| Timezone | America/Detroit | Africa/Kigali |
| Elevation | 823 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.000000, -85.600000 | -1.970000, 30.140000 |
Three Rivers (HAI) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Three Rivers Municipal/Dr Haines Airport (HAI) in Three Rivers, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 12,255 kilometers (7,615 miles / 6,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 United States with Rwanda. 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 21:56 in Three Rivers, it's 04:56 in Kigali. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,036 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Three Rivers Municipal/Dr Haines Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Three Rivers (HAI) follows a heading of 314° (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 Three Rivers Municipal/Dr Haines Airport (HAI) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.