The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Okierabu Airport (OKE) in Okierabu Airport, Japan is 10,953 kilometers (6,806 miles / 5,914 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Japan. 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 00:49 in Kigali, it's 07:49 in Okierabu Airport. With a 7-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 4,758 feet between the two airports. Okierabu Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Okierabu Airport (OKE) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 272° (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 Okierabu Airport (OKE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.