KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
6,960 km
4,324 miles
TPJ
Taplejung
Nepal
Distance
6,960 km
4,324 mi / 3,758 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
58°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

KGL TPJ
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Suketar Airport
IATA Code KGL TPJ
ICAO Code HRYR VNTJ
City Kigali Taplejung
Country Rwanda Nepal
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 4,859 ft 7,990 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 27.350000, 87.700000

Kigali (KGL) to Taplejung (TPJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Suketar Airport (TPJ) in Taplejung, Nepal is 6,960 kilometers (4,324 miles / 3,758 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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 Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:23 in Kigali, it's 16:08 in Taplejung. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,131 feet between the two airports. Suketar Airport sits higher than Kigali International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Taplejung (TPJ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). 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 Suketar Airport (TPJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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