CHL
Challis
United States
14,133 km
8,782 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
14,133 km
8,782 mi / 7,631 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Boise
Heading
47°
northeast

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CHL KGL
Airport Name Challis Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code CHL KGL
ICAO Code KLLJ HRYR
City Challis Kigali
Country United States Rwanda
Timezone America/Boise Africa/Kigali
Elevation 5,076 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Challis (CHL) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,133 kilometers (8,782 miles / 7,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 07:31 in Challis, it's 16:31 in Kigali. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Challis Airport (CHL) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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