The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Mweka Airport (MEW) in Mweka, DR Congo is 1,006 kilometers (625 miles / 543 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:13 in Kigali, it's 00:13 in Mweka.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,891 feet between the two airports. Mweka Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Mweka (MEW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Mweka Airport (MEW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.