The flight distance from Futuna Airport (FTA) in Futuna Island, Vanuatu to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 15,047 kilometers (9,350 miles / 8,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:53 in Futuna Island, it's 03:53 in Kigali. With a 9-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 4,764 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Futuna Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Futuna Island (FTA) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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