The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Norfolk Island International Airport (NLK) in Burnt Pine, NF is 14,355 kilometers (8,920 miles / 7,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.

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 NF. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:26 in Kigali, it's 20:26 in Burnt Pine. With a 9-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 4,488 feet between the two airports. Norfolk Island International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Burnt Pine (NLK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). 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 Norfolk Island International Airport (NLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.