The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Shubuling Airport (LYI) in Linyi, China is 9,976 kilometers (6,199 miles / 5,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:51 in Kigali, it's 07:51 in Linyi. 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 4,859 feet between the two airports. Shubuling Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Linyi (LYI) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 267° (west). 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 Shubuling Airport (LYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.