KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,698 km
4,162 miles
SIF
Simara
Nepal
Distance
6,698 km
4,162 mi / 3,617 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
57°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL SIF
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Simara Airport
IATA Code KGL SIF
ICAO Code HRYR VNSI
City Kigali Simara
Country Rwanda Nepal
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 4,859 ft 450 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 27.160000, 84.980000

Kigali (KGL) to Simara (SIF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Simara Airport (SIF) in Simara, Nepal is 6,698 kilometers (4,162 miles / 3,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Nepal. 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 00:11 in Kigali, it's 03:56 in Simara. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,409 feet between the two airports. Simara Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Simara (SIF) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 250° (west 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 Simara Airport (SIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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