The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati is 15,886 kilometers (9,871 miles / 8,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:43 in Kigali, it's 13:43 in Makin Island. 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 4,859 feet between the two airports. Makin Island Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Makin Island (MTK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 271° (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 Makin Island Airport (MTK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.