CNW
Waco
United States
13,586 km
8,442 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
13,586 km
8,442 mi / 7,336 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
70°
east northeast

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CNW KGL
Airport Name Tstc Waco Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CNW KGL
ICAO Code KCNW HRYR
City Waco Kigali
Country United States Rwanda
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Kigali
Elevation 470 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 31.640000, -97.070000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Waco (CNW) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tstc Waco Airport (CNW) in Waco, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,586 kilometers (8,442 miles / 7,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 05:23 in Waco, it's 13:23 in Kigali. With a 8-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 4,389 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Tstc Waco Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Waco (CNW) follows a heading of 307° (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 Tstc Waco Airport (CNW) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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