KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,308 km
3,298 miles
SOZ
Solenzara
France
Distance
5,308 km
3,298 mi / 2,866 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
339°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL SOZ
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base
IATA Code KGL SOZ
ICAO Code HRYR LFKS
City Kigali Solenzara
Country Rwanda France
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Paris
Elevation 4,859 ft 28 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 41.920000, 9.410000

Kigali (KGL) to Solenzara (SOZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base (SOZ) in Solenzara, France is 5,308 kilometers (3,298 miles / 2,866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 France. 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 23:31 in Kigali, it's 22:31 in Solenzara.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,831 feet between the two airports. Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Solenzara (SOZ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 151° (south 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 Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base (SOZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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