The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Millington/Memphis Airport (NQA) in Millington, United States is 12,822 kilometers (7,967 miles / 6,923 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 22:07 in Kigali, it's 14:07 in Millington. With a 8-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 4,537 feet between the two airports. Millington/Memphis Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Millington (NQA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 73° (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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Millington/Memphis Airport (NQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.