The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Richmond Airport (RCM) in Richmond Airport, Australia is 12,305 kilometers (7,646 miles / 6,644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 Australia. 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 02:24 in Kigali, it's 10:24 in Richmond Airport. 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 4,183 feet between the two airports. Richmond Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Richmond Airport (RCM) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 260° (west). 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 Richmond Airport (RCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.