KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
7,985 km
4,962 miles
UTP
Rayong
Thailand
Distance
7,985 km
4,962 mi / 4,312 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
76°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

KGL UTP
Airport Name Kigali International Airport U-Tapao International Airport
IATA Code KGL UTP
ICAO Code HRYR VTBU
City Kigali Rayong
Country Rwanda Thailand
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 4,859 ft 42 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 12.680000, 101.000000

Kigali (KGL) to Rayong (UTP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) in Rayong, Thailand is 7,985 kilometers (4,962 miles / 4,312 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 02:11 in Kigali, it's 07:11 in Rayong. 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 4,817 feet between the two airports. U-Tapao International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Rayong (UTP) 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 U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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