The flight distance from Sunan International Airport (FNJ) in Pyongyang, KP to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,622 kilometers (6,600 miles / 5,736 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:16 in Pyongyang, it's 11:16 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 4,742 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Sunan International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Pyongyang (FNJ) follows a heading of 51° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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