The flight distance from Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport (HCA) in Big Spring, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,953 kilometers (8,670 miles / 7,534 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 18:20 in Big Spring, it's 02:20 in Kigali. With a 8-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 2,286 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Big Spring (HCA) follows a heading of 309° (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 Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport (HCA) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.