Airport Comparison
| KGL | RGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kigali International Airport | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport |
| IATA Code | KGL | RGL |
| ICAO Code | HRYR | SAWG |
| City | Kigali | Rio Gallegos |
| Country | Rwanda | Argentina |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 4,859 ft | 61 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.970000, 30.140000 | -51.610000, -69.310000 |
Kigali (KGL) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 10,486 kilometers (6,515 miles / 5,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:26 in Kigali, it's 14:26 in Rio Gallegos. 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 4,798 feet between the two airports. Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.