KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,974 km
4,333 miles
NCL
Newcastle
United Kingdom
Distance
6,974 km
4,333 mi / 3,766 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL NCL
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Newcastle Airport
IATA Code KGL NCL
ICAO Code HRYR EGNT
City Kigali Newcastle
Country Rwanda United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/London
Elevation 4,859 ft 266 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 55.040000, -1.690000

Kigali (KGL) to Newcastle (NCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Newcastle Airport (NCL) in Newcastle, United Kingdom is 6,974 kilometers (4,333 miles / 3,766 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, 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 United Kingdom. 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 07:50 in Kigali, it's 05:50 in Newcastle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,593 feet between the two airports. Newcastle Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Newcastle (NCL) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 144° (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 Newcastle Airport (NCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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