The flight distance from Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) in Bima-Sumbawa Island, Indonesia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 9,816 kilometers (6,099 miles / 5,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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 Indonesia with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:43 in Bima-Sumbawa Island, it's 05:43 in Kigali. With a 6-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 4,856 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Muhammad Salahuddin Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Bima-Sumbawa Island (BMU) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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