The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Stevens Field (PGO) in Pagosa Springs, United States is 14,141 kilometers (8,787 miles / 7,636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 21:13 in Kigali, it's 13:13 in Pagosa Springs. 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 2,804 feet between the two airports. Stevens Field sits higher than Kigali International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Pagosa Springs (PGO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 58° (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 Stevens Field (PGO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.