The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Okayama Airport (OKJ) in Okayama City, Japan is 11,383 kilometers (7,073 miles / 6,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 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 04:42 in Kigali, it's 11:42 in Okayama City. 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 4,053 feet between the two airports. Okayama Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Okayama City (OKJ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 276° (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 Okayama Airport (OKJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.