Kigali to Chingola flights
Chingola lies 1,200 km (746 mi) south of Kigali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 17 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Kigali | Chingola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Rwanda | Zambia |
| Population | 1.1 million | 256,560 |
| Elevation | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) | 1,363 m (4,472 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Kigali) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
| Nearest large airport | KGL, 9 km out | NLA, 84 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Chingola
Crossing from Rwanda into Zambia: money changes from the Franc to the Kwacha (ZMW); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +260; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648868.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kigali
Kigali is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kigali International Airport (KGL), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Goma International Airport (GOM, 97 km).
Arriving in Chingola
Chingola is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA), 84 km (52 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport | NLA | 84 km (52 mi) | 11,483 ft | 4,308 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Chingola from Kigali?
1,200 km (746 mi) in a straight line, south of Kigali.
How long does it take to get from Kigali to Chingola by air?
About 2 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kigali and Chingola?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kigali to Chingola flights?
Typically Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA).
What currency do I need in Chingola?
The Kwacha (ZMW).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.