KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
3,522 km
2,189 miles
ZUL
Zilfi
Saudi Arabia
Distance
3,522 km
2,189 mi / 1,902 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KGL ZUL
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Zilfi Airport
IATA Code KGL ZUL
ICAO Code HRYR OEZL
City Kigali Zilfi
Country Rwanda Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Kigali Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,900 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 26.350000, 44.830000

Kigali (KGL) to Zilfi (ZUL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Zilfi Airport (ZUL) in Zilfi, Saudi Arabia is 3,522 kilometers (2,189 miles / 1,902 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 07:08 in Kigali, it's 08:08 in Zilfi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,959 feet between the two airports. Zilfi Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Zilfi (ZUL) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 209° (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 Zilfi Airport (ZUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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