The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,909 kilometers (9,264 miles / 8,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 UM with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:25 in Wake Island, it's 00:25 in Kigali. With a 10-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 4,836 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Wake Island Airfield.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 65° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Wake Island Airfield (AWK) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.