KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,572 km
4,083 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,572 km
4,083 mi / 3,548 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

KGL RIX
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code KGL RIX
ICAO Code HRYR EVRA
City Kigali Riga
Country Rwanda Latvia
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Riga
Elevation 4,859 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kigali (KGL) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,572 kilometers (4,083 miles / 3,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Kigali, it's 07:55 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,823 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 173° (south). 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 Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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