The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (SIT) in Sitka, United States is 13,757 kilometers (8,548 miles / 7,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 15:00 in Kigali, it's 04:00 in Sitka. With a 11-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 4,833 feet between the two airports. Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Sitka (SIT) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). 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 Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (SIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.