DRU
Drummond
United States
13,916 km
8,647 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
13,916 km
8,647 mi / 7,514 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Denver
Heading
47°
northeast

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DRU KGL
Airport Name Drummond Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code DRU KGL
ICAO Code KM26 HRYR
City Drummond Kigali
Country United States Rwanda
Timezone America/Denver Africa/Kigali
Elevation 4,245 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 46.620000, -113.210000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Drummond (DRU) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drummond Airport (DRU) in Drummond, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,916 kilometers (8,647 miles / 7,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, 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 06:19 in Drummond, it's 15:19 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 Drummond (DRU) follows a heading of 330° (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 Drummond Airport (DRU) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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