GRR
Grand Rapids
United States
12,221 km
7,594 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
12,221 km
7,594 mi / 6,599 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
73°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

GRR KGL
Airport Name Gerald R Ford International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GRR KGL
ICAO Code KGRR HRYR
City Grand Rapids Kigali
Country United States Rwanda
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Kigali
Elevation 794 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 42.880000, -85.520000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Grand Rapids (GRR) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 12,221 kilometers (7,594 miles / 6,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 United States 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 21:10 in Grand Rapids, it's 03:10 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 4,065 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gerald R Ford International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Grand Rapids (GRR) follows a heading of 315° (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 Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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