Airport Comparison
Les Cayes (CYA) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Les Cayes Airport (CYA) in Les Cayes, Haiti to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 11,547 kilometers (7,175 miles / 6,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 87°.
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 Haiti 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 11:02 in Les Cayes, it's 18:02 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 4,656 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Les Cayes Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Les Cayes (CYA) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Les Cayes Airport (CYA) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.