KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,002 km
3,729 miles
SDT
Saidu Sharif
Pakistan
Distance
6,002 km
3,729 mi / 3,241 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
43°
northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL SDT
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Saidu Sharif Airport
IATA Code KGL SDT
ICAO Code HRYR OPSS
City Kigali Saidu Sharif
Country Rwanda Pakistan
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Karachi
Elevation 4,859 ft 3,183 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 34.810000, 72.350000

Kigali (KGL) to Saidu Sharif (SDT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Saidu Sharif Airport (SDT) in Saidu Sharif, Pakistan is 6,002 kilometers (3,729 miles / 3,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 Pakistan. 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 21:25 in Kigali, it's 00:25 in Saidu Sharif. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,676 feet between the two airports. Saidu Sharif Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Saidu Sharif (SDT) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 236° (southwest). 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 Saidu Sharif Airport (SDT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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