HCM
Eil
Somalia
2,442 km
1,517 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
2,442 km
1,517 mi / 1,319 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
244°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

HCM KGL
Airport Name Eil Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code HCM KGL
ICAO Code HCME HRYR
City Eil Kigali
Country Somalia Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Africa/Kigali
Elevation 812 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 7.920000, 49.800000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Eil (HCM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eil Airport (HCM) in Eil, Somalia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 2,442 kilometers (1,517 miles / 1,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:56 in Eil, it's 14:56 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,047 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Eil Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Eil (HCM) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Eil Airport (HCM) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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