KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
1,987 km
1,235 miles
LTC
Lai
Chad
Distance
1,987 km
1,235 mi / 1,073 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
310°
northwest

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Airport Comparison

KGL LTC
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Lai Airport
IATA Code KGL LTC
ICAO Code HRYR FTTH
City Kigali Lai
Country Rwanda Chad
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,171 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 9.400000, 16.300000

Kigali (KGL) to Lai (LTC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Lai Airport (LTC) in Lai, Chad is 1,987 kilometers (1,235 miles / 1,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 Chad. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:51 in Kigali, it's 09:51 in Lai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,688 feet between the two airports. Lai Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Lai (LTC) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). 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 Lai Airport (LTC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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