KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
4,780 km
2,970 miles
SKG
Thessaloniki
Greece
Distance
4,780 km
2,970 mi / 2,581 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
352°
north

Airport Comparison

KGL SKG
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport
IATA Code KGL SKG
ICAO Code HRYR LGTS
City Kigali Thessaloniki
Country Rwanda Greece
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Athens
Elevation 4,859 ft 22 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 40.520000, 22.970000

Kigali (KGL) to Thessaloniki (SKG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) in Thessaloniki, Greece is 4,780 kilometers (2,970 miles / 2,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

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 Greece. 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 09:49 in Kigali, it's 09:49 in Thessaloniki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,837 feet between the two airports. Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 169° (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 Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.