The flight distance from Santa Cruz do Sul Airport (CSU) in Santa Cruz Do Sul, Brazil to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 9,180 kilometers (5,704 miles / 4,957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:03 in Santa Cruz Do Sul, it's 14:03 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,213 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Santa Cruz do Sul Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Santa Cruz Do Sul (CSU) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Santa Cruz do Sul Airport (CSU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.