Airport Comparison
Cusco (CUZ) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 11,260 kilometers (6,997 miles / 6,080 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 95°.
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 Peru 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 15:55 in Cusco, it's 22:55 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 6,001 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits lower than Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Cusco (CUZ) follows a heading of 256° (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 Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.