KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,175 km
3,216 miles
OAH
Shindand Airport
Afghanistan
Distance
5,175 km
3,216 mi / 2,794 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL OAH
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Shindand Airport
IATA Code KGL OAH
ICAO Code HRYR OASD
City Kigali N/A
Country Rwanda Afghanistan
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kabul
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,773 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 33.390000, 62.260000

Kigali (KGL) to Shindand Airport (OAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Shindand Airport (OAH) in Shindand Airport, Afghanistan is 5,175 kilometers (3,216 miles / 2,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:33 in Kigali, it's 10:03 in Shindand Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,086 feet between the two airports. Shindand Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Shindand Airport (OAH) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 227° (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 Shindand Airport (OAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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