KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
8,280 km
5,145 miles
PXR
Surin Airport
Thailand
Distance
8,280 km
5,145 mi / 4,471 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
74°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL PXR
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Surin Airport
IATA Code KGL PXR
ICAO Code HRYR VTUJ
City Kigali N/A
Country Rwanda Thailand
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 4,859 ft 478 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 14.870000, 103.500000

Kigali (KGL) to Surin Airport (PXR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Surin Airport (PXR) in Surin Airport, Thailand is 8,280 kilometers (5,145 miles / 4,471 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Thailand. 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 05:10 in Kigali, it's 10:10 in Surin Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,381 feet between the two airports. Surin Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Surin Airport (PXR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 264° (west). 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 Surin Airport (PXR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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