JCM
Jacobina
Brazil
7,859 km
4,883 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
7,859 km
4,883 mi / 4,244 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Bahia
Heading
88°
east

Airport Comparison

JCM KGL
Airport Name Jacobina Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code JCM KGL
ICAO Code SNJB HRYR
City Jacobina Kigali
Country Brazil Rwanda
Timezone America/Bahia Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,640 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -11.160000, -40.550000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Jacobina (JCM) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jacobina Airport (JCM) in Jacobina, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 7,859 kilometers (4,883 miles / 4,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Brazil with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:03 in Jacobina, it's 23:03 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,219 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Jacobina Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Jacobina (JCM) follows a heading of 259° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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