KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,476 km
4,024 miles
SVO
Moscow
Russia
Distance
6,476 km
4,024 mi / 3,497 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

KGL SVO
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Sheremetyevo International Airport
IATA Code KGL SVO
ICAO Code HRYR UUEE
City Kigali Moscow
Country Rwanda Russia
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Moscow
Elevation 4,859 ft 622 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 55.970000, 37.410000

Kigali (KGL) to Moscow (SVO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) in Moscow, Russia is 6,476 kilometers (4,024 miles / 3,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

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 Russia. 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 07:22 in Kigali, it's 08:22 in Moscow.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,237 feet between the two airports. Sheremetyevo International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Moscow (SVO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 189° (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 Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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