The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Kawama Airport (VRO) in Matanzas, Cuba is 12,282 kilometers (7,632 miles / 6,632 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 Cuba. 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 05:45 in Kigali, it's 22:45 in Matanzas. 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 4,843 feet between the two airports. Kawama Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Matanzas (VRO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 83° (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 Kawama Airport (VRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.