KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
165 km
102 miles
MBQ
Mbarara
Uganda
Distance
165 km
102 mi / 89 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
18°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL MBQ
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Mbarara Airport
IATA Code KGL MBQ
ICAO Code HRYR HUMA
City Kigali Mbarara
Country Rwanda Uganda
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Kampala
Elevation 4,859 ft 4,600 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -0.560000, 30.600000

Kigali (KGL) to Mbarara (MBQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Mbarara Airport (MBQ) in Mbarara, Uganda is 165 kilometers (102 miles / 89 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 01:30 in Kigali, it's 02:30 in Mbarara.

The return flight from Mbarara (MBQ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). 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 Mbarara Airport (MBQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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