KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
8,601 km
5,344 miles
VNA
Saravane
Laos
Distance
8,601 km
5,344 mi / 4,644 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
73°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL VNA
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Saravane Airport
IATA Code KGL VNA
ICAO Code HRYR VLSV
City Kigali Saravane
Country Rwanda Laos
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Vientiane
Elevation 4,859 ft 574 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 15.710000, 106.410000

Kigali (KGL) to Saravane (VNA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Saravane Airport (VNA) in Saravane, Laos is 8,601 kilometers (5,344 miles / 4,644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Laos. 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 23:50 in Kigali, it's 04:50 in Saravane. 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 4,285 feet between the two airports. Saravane Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Saravane (VNA) 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 Saravane Airport (VNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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