The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) in Punta Arenas, Chile is 10,564 kilometers (6,564 miles / 5,704 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 216°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:31 in Kigali, it's 19:31 in Punta Arenas. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,720 feet between the two airports. Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Punta Arenas (PUQ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.