The flight distance from Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) in Alexander City, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 12,545 kilometers (7,795 miles / 6,774 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 United States with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:37 in Alexander City, it's 05:37 in Kigali. 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 4,173 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Thomas C Russell Field.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Alexander City (ALX) follows a heading of 305° (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 Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.