KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,120 km
3,181 miles
ZTU
Zaqatala
Azerbaijan
Distance
5,120 km
3,181 mi / 2,764 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
17°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL ZTU
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Zaqatala International Airport
IATA Code KGL ZTU
ICAO Code HRYR UBBY
City Kigali Zaqatala
Country Rwanda Azerbaijan
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Baku
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,279 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 41.560000, 46.670000

Kigali (KGL) to Zaqatala (ZTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Zaqatala International Airport (ZTU) in Zaqatala, Azerbaijan is 5,120 kilometers (3,181 miles / 2,764 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 Azerbaijan. 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 19:48 in Kigali, it's 21:48 in Zaqatala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,580 feet between the two airports. Zaqatala International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Zaqatala (ZTU) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 203° (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 Zaqatala International Airport (ZTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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