Airport Comparison
Road Town (EIS) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) in Road Town, VG to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,570 kilometers (6,568 miles / 5,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 90°.
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 VG 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 21:41 in Road Town, it's 03:41 in Kigali. With a 6-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 4,844 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Road Town (EIS) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.