DGL
Douglas
United States
14,672 km
9,116 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
14,672 km
9,116 mi / 7,922 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Phoenix
Heading
60°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

DGL KGL
Airport Name Douglas Municipal Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code DGL KGL
ICAO Code KDGL HRYR
City Douglas Kigali
Country United States Rwanda
Timezone America/Phoenix Africa/Kigali
Elevation 4,173 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 31.340000, -109.510000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Douglas (DGL) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) in Douglas, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,672 kilometers (9,116 miles / 7,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 05:54 in Douglas, it's 14:54 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 Douglas (DGL) follows a heading of 312° (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 Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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