KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
4,696 km
2,918 miles
VAN
Van
Turkey
Distance
4,696 km
2,918 mi / 2,536 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
15°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL VAN
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Van Ferit Melen Airport
IATA Code KGL VAN
ICAO Code HRYR LTCI
City Kigali Van
Country Rwanda Turkey
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 4,859 ft 5,480 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 38.470000, 43.330000

Kigali (KGL) to Van (VAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) in Van, Turkey is 4,696 kilometers (2,918 miles / 2,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.

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 Turkey. 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 02:38 in Kigali, it's 03:38 in Van.

The return flight from Van (VAN) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 200° (south 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 Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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