KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,828 km
3,621 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
5,828 km
3,621 mi / 3,147 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL MAD
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code KGL MAD
ICAO Code HRYR LEMD
City Kigali Madrid
Country Rwanda Spain
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Madrid
Elevation 4,859 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 40.490000, -3.570000

Kigali (KGL) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 5,828 kilometers (3,621 miles / 3,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:28 in Kigali, it's 09:28 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,858 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 136° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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