KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
4,510 km
2,802 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
4,510 km
2,802 mi / 2,435 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL MLA
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code KGL MLA
ICAO Code HRYR LMML
City Kigali Luqa
Country Rwanda Malta
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Malta
Elevation 4,859 ft 300 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 35.860000, 14.480000

Kigali (KGL) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 4,510 kilometers (2,802 miles / 2,435 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Malta. 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 02:39 in Kigali, it's 01:39 in Luqa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,559 feet between the two airports. Luqa Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 155° (south 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 Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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