KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
77 km
48 miles
RHG
Ruhengeri
Rwanda
Distance
77 km
48 mi / 42 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL RHG
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Ruhengeri Airport
IATA Code KGL RHG
ICAO Code HRYR HRYU
City Kigali Ruhengeri
Country Rwanda Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Kigali
Elevation 4,859 ft 6,102 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -1.500000, 29.630000

Kigali (KGL) to Ruhengeri (RHG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Ruhengeri Airport (RHG) in Ruhengeri, Rwanda is 77 kilometers (48 miles / 42 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Rwanda. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 07:52 in Kigali, it's 07:52 in Ruhengeri.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,243 feet between the two airports. Ruhengeri Airport sits higher than Kigali International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Ruhengeri (RHG) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 133° (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 Ruhengeri Airport (RHG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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