The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Cape Sarichef Airport (WSF) in Cape Sarichef, United States is 14,007 kilometers (8,704 miles / 7,563 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

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 06:39 in Kigali, it's 19:39 in Cape Sarichef. With a 11-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 4,568 feet between the two airports. Cape Sarichef Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Cape Sarichef (WSF) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). 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 Cape Sarichef Airport (WSF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.