KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
239 km
149 miles
KSE
Kasese
Uganda
Distance
239 km
149 mi / 129 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
359°
north

Airport Comparison

KGL KSE
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Kasese Airport
IATA Code KGL KSE
ICAO Code HRYR HUKS
City Kigali Kasese
Country Rwanda Uganda
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Kampala
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,146 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 0.180000, 30.100000

Kigali (KGL) to Kasese (KSE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Kasese Airport (KSE) in Kasese, Uganda is 239 kilometers (149 miles / 129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Uganda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:18 in Kigali, it's 06:18 in Kasese.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,713 feet between the two airports. Kasese Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Kasese (KSE) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 179° (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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Kasese Airport (KSE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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