Airport Comparison
Barrow Island Airport (BWB) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Barrow Island Airport (BWB) in Barrow Island Airport, Australia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 9,438 kilometers (5,865 miles / 5,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 Australia 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 11:29 in Barrow Island Airport, it's 05:29 in Kigali. With a 6-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 4,833 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Barrow Island Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Barrow Island Airport (BWB) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Barrow Island Airport (BWB) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.