KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
2,032 km
1,263 miles
KHW
Khwai River Lodge
Botswana
Distance
2,032 km
1,263 mi / 1,097 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
199°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

KGL KHW
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Khwai River Lodge Airport
IATA Code KGL KHW
ICAO Code HRYR FBKR
City Kigali Khwai River Lodge
Country Rwanda Botswana
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,000 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -19.150000, 23.780000

Kigali (KGL) to Khwai River Lodge (KHW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) in Khwai River Lodge, Botswana is 2,032 kilometers (1,263 miles / 1,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:33 in Kigali, it's 02:33 in Khwai River Lodge.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,859 feet between the two airports. Khwai River Lodge Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Khwai River Lodge (KHW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 21° (north 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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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