The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sable Island Landing Strip (YSA) in Sable Island, Canada is 10,168 kilometers (6,318 miles / 5,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 04:40 in Kigali, it's 23:40 in Sable Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,859 feet between the two airports. Sable Island Landing Strip sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Sable Island (YSA) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 91° (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 Sable Island Landing Strip (YSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.