The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Kenema Airport (KEN) in Kenema, Sierra Leone is 9,707 kilometers (6,032 miles / 5,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 India with Sierra Leone. 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 16:26 in Hyderabad, it's 10:56 in Kenema. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,539 feet between the two airports. Kenema Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.

The return flight from Kenema (KEN) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 73° (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 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) and Kenema Airport (KEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.