KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,304 km
3,296 miles
PNQ
Pune
India
Distance
5,304 km
3,296 mi / 2,864 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL PNQ
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Pune Airport
IATA Code KGL PNQ
ICAO Code HRYR VAPO
City Kigali Pune
Country Rwanda India
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,942 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 18.580000, 73.920000

Kigali (KGL) to Pune (PNQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Pune Airport (PNQ) in Pune, India is 5,304 kilometers (3,296 miles / 2,864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 India. 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 06:21 in Kigali, it's 09:51 in Pune. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,917 feet between the two airports. Pune Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Pune (PNQ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 249° (west 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 Pune Airport (PNQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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