The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia is 10,177 kilometers (6,324 miles / 5,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 Saint Lucia. 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 13:04 in Kigali, it's 07:04 in Vieux Fort. With a 6-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 4,845 feet between the two airports. Hewanorra International Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Vieux Fort (UVF) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 92° (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 Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.