The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States is 13,851 kilometers (8,607 miles / 7,479 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 10:22 in Kigali, it's 00:22 in Port Heiden. With a 10-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 4,764 feet between the two airports. Port Heiden Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Port Heiden (PTH) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 349° (north). 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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.