The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Tanah Merah Airport (TMH) in Tanah Merah-Papua Island, Indonesia is 12,210 kilometers (7,587 miles / 6,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:28 in Kigali, it's 10:28 in Tanah Merah-Papua Island. 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 4,802 feet between the two airports. Tanah Merah Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Tanah Merah-Papua Island (TMH) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 266° (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 Tanah Merah Airport (TMH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.