The flight distance from Bora Bora Airport (BOB) in Motu Mute, French Polynesia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 17,957 kilometers (11,158 miles / 9,696 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:49 in Motu Mute, it's 19:49 in Kigali. With a 12-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 4,849 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Bora Bora Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Motu Mute (BOB) follows a heading of 174° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bora Bora Airport (BOB) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.