HRE
Harare
Zimbabwe
1,778 km
1,105 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
1,778 km
1,105 mi / 960 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Harare
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

HRE KGL
Airport Name Harare International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code HRE KGL
ICAO Code FVHA HRYR
City Harare Kigali
Country Zimbabwe Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Harare Africa/Kigali
Elevation 4,887 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -17.930000, 31.090000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Harare (HRE) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Harare International Airport (HRE) in Harare, Zimbabwe to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 1,778 kilometers (1,105 miles / 960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:34 in Harare, it's 21:34 in Kigali.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Harare (HRE) follows a heading of 177° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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