The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Little Grand Rapids Airport (ZGR) in Little Grand Rapids, Canada is 12,525 kilometers (7,783 miles / 6,763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 03:35 in Kigali, it's 19:35 in Little Grand Rapids. 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 3,854 feet between the two airports. Little Grand Rapids Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Little Grand Rapids (ZGR) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 62° (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 Little Grand Rapids Airport (ZGR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.