The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, United States is 12,282 kilometers (7,632 miles / 6,632 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 15:40 in Kigali, it's 08:40 in Fort Myers. 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 4,829 feet between the two airports. Southwest Florida International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Fort Myers (RSW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 82° (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 Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.