The flight distance from Bontang Airport (BXT) in Bontang-Borneo Island, Indonesia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 9,711 kilometers (6,034 miles / 5,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:16 in Bontang-Borneo Island, it's 21:16 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 4,810 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Bontang Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Bontang-Borneo Island (BXT) follows a heading of 90° (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 Bontang Airport (BXT) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.