The flight distance from Les Bases Airport (GBJ) in Grand Bourg, GP to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,218 kilometers (6,349 miles / 5,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 92°.

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 GP 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 23:03 in Grand Bourg, it's 05:03 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 4,843 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Les Bases Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Grand Bourg (GBJ) follows a heading of 286° (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 Les Bases Airport (GBJ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.