The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Atikokan Municipal Airport (YIB) in Atikokan, Canada is 12,441 kilometers (7,731 miles / 6,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 Canada. 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 11:13 in Kigali, it's 04:13 in Atikokan. 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 3,451 feet between the two airports. Atikokan Municipal Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Atikokan (YIB) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 66° (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 Atikokan Municipal Airport (YIB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.