Airport Comparison
Kigali (KGL) to Pago Pago (PPG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Pago Pago International Airport (PPG) in Pago Pago, AS is 17,089 kilometers (10,619 miles / 9,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.
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 AS. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:47 in Kigali, it's 04:47 in Pago Pago. With a 13-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 4,828 feet between the two airports. Pago Pago International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Pago Pago (PPG) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 233° (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 Pago Pago International Airport (PPG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.