KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
7,742 km
4,811 miles
URT
Surat Thani
Thailand
Distance
7,742 km
4,811 mi / 4,180 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
80°
east

Airport Comparison

KGL URT
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Surat Thani Airport
IATA Code KGL URT
ICAO Code HRYR VTSB
City Kigali Surat Thani
Country Rwanda Thailand
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 4,859 ft 20 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 9.130000, 99.140000

Kigali (KGL) to Surat Thani (URT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Surat Thani Airport (URT) in Surat Thani, Thailand is 7,742 kilometers (4,811 miles / 4,180 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 80°.

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 Thailand. 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 22:09 in Kigali, it's 03:09 in Surat Thani. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,839 feet between the two airports. Surat Thani Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Surat Thani (URT) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 264° (west). 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 Surat Thani Airport (URT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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