Airport Comparison
| KGL | VDM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kigali International Airport | Gobernador Castello Airport |
| IATA Code | KGL | VDM |
| ICAO Code | HRYR | SAVV |
| City | Kigali | Viedma / Carmen de Patagones |
| Country | Rwanda | Argentina |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Elevation | 4,859 ft | 20 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.970000, 30.140000 | -40.870000, -63.000000 |
Kigali (KGL) to Viedma / Carmen de Patagones (VDM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM) in Viedma / Carmen de Patagones, Argentina is 10,128 kilometers (6,293 miles / 5,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:57 in Kigali, it's 07:57 in Viedma / Carmen de Patagones. 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. Gobernador Castello Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Viedma / Carmen de Patagones (VDM) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 94° (east). 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 Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.