The flight distance from Ie Jima Airport (IEJ) in Ie Jima Airport, Japan to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,865 kilometers (6,751 miles / 5,866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 Japan 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 15:04 in Ie Jima Airport, it's 08:04 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 4,613 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Ie Jima Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Ie Jima Airport (IEJ) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Ie Jima Airport (IEJ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.