The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Placido de Castro Airport (RBR) in Rio Branco, Brazil is 10,850 kilometers (6,742 miles / 5,858 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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 Brazil. 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 11:02 in Kigali, it's 04:02 in Rio Branco. 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 4,226 feet between the two airports. Placido de Castro Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Branco (RBR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 93° (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 Placido de Castro Airport (RBR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.