KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,502 km
3,419 miles
SMW
Smara
EH
Distance
5,502 km
3,419 mi / 2,971 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL SMW
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Smara Airport
IATA Code KGL SMW
ICAO Code HRYR GMMA
City Kigali Smara
Country Rwanda EH
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Casablanca
Elevation 4,859 ft 350 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 26.730000, -11.680000

Kigali (KGL) to Smara (SMW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Smara Airport (SMW) in Smara, EH is 5,502 kilometers (3,419 miles / 2,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 EH. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:58 in Kigali, it's 00:58 in Smara.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,509 feet between the two airports. Smara Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Smara (SMW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). 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 Smara Airport (SMW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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