KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
2,917 km
1,812 miles
ZND
Zinder
Niger
Distance
2,917 km
1,812 mi / 1,575 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KGL ZND
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Zinder Airport
IATA Code KGL ZND
ICAO Code HRYR DRZR
City Kigali Zinder
Country Rwanda Niger
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Niamey
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,516 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 13.780000, 8.980000

Kigali (KGL) to Zinder (ZND) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Zinder Airport (ZND) in Zinder, Niger is 2,917 kilometers (1,812 miles / 1,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Niger. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:40 in Kigali, it's 12:40 in Zinder.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,343 feet between the two airports. Zinder Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Zinder (ZND) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 125° (southeast). 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 Zinder Airport (ZND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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