KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
3,317 km
2,061 miles
THZ
Tahoua
Niger
Distance
3,317 km
2,061 mi / 1,791 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
305°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL THZ
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Tahoua Airport
IATA Code KGL THZ
ICAO Code HRYR DRRT
City Kigali Tahoua
Country Rwanda Niger
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Niamey
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,266 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 14.880000, 5.270000

Kigali (KGL) to Tahoua (THZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Tahoua Airport (THZ) in Tahoua, Niger is 3,317 kilometers (2,061 miles / 1,791 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Niger. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:03 in Kigali, it's 00:03 in Tahoua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,593 feet between the two airports. Tahoua Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Tahoua (THZ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 122° (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 Tahoua Airport (THZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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