The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 15,186 kilometers (9,436 miles / 8,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 06:30 in Kigali, it's 20:30 in Santa Monica. With a 10-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 4,689 feet between the two airports. Santa Monica Municipal Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Monica (SMO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 49° (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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.