The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Yam Island Airport (XMY) in Yam Island, Australia is 12,443 kilometers (7,732 miles / 6,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 101°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:56 in Kigali, it's 04:56 in Yam Island. With a 8-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 4,859 feet between the two airports. Yam Island Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Yam Island (XMY) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 264° (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 Yam Island Airport (XMY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.