KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
3,697 km
2,297 miles
ROD
Robertson
South Africa
Distance
3,697 km
2,297 mi / 1,996 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
196°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

KGL ROD
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Robertson Airport
IATA Code KGL ROD
ICAO Code HRYR FARS
City Kigali Robertson
Country Rwanda South Africa
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 4,859 ft 640 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 -33.810000, 19.900000

Kigali (KGL) to Robertson (ROD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Robertson Airport (ROD) in Robertson, South Africa is 3,697 kilometers (2,297 miles / 1,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Rwanda with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:07 in Kigali, it's 02:07 in Robertson.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,219 feet between the two airports. Robertson Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Robertson (ROD) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 19° (north northeast). 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 Robertson Airport (ROD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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