The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to University-Oxford Airport (UOX) in Oxford, United States is 12,824 kilometers (7,969 miles / 6,924 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 15:06 in Kigali, it's 08:06 in Oxford. 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 4,407 feet between the two airports. University-Oxford Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Oxford (UOX) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 74° (east 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 University-Oxford Airport (UOX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.