The flight distance from Enua Airport (AIU) in Atiu Island, CK to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 17,414 kilometers (10,821 miles / 9,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting CK with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:12 in Atiu Island, it's 05:12 in Kigali. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,823 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Enua Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Atiu Island (AIU) follows a heading of 160° (south 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 Enua Airport (AIU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.