The flight distance from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 12,033 kilometers (7,477 miles / 6,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:02 in Sault Ste Marie, it's 00:02 in Kigali. With a 7-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 4,060 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Chippewa County International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Sault Ste Marie (CIU) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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