Airport Comparison
Batuna Mission Station (BPF) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Batuna Aerodrome (BPF) in Batuna Mission Station, Solomon Islands to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,132 kilometers (8,781 miles / 7,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 Solomon Islands 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 09:42 in Batuna Mission Station, it's 00:42 in Kigali. With a 9-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 4,835 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Batuna Aerodrome.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Batuna Mission Station (BPF) follows a heading of 102° (east 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 Batuna Aerodrome (BPF) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.