The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Akutan Airport (KQA) in Akutan, United States is 14,039 kilometers (8,723 miles / 7,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 11°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:30 in Kigali, it's 17:30 in Akutan. With a 10-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 4,730 feet between the two airports. Akutan Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Akutan (KQA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Akutan Airport (KQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.