Airport Comparison
North Eleuthera (ELH) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from North Eleuthera Airport (ELH) in North Eleuthera, Bahamas to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 11,788 kilometers (7,325 miles / 6,365 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
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 Bahamas 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 12:00 in North Eleuthera, it's 19:00 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 4,846 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than North Eleuthera Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to North Eleuthera (ELH) follows a heading of 296° (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 North Eleuthera Airport (ELH) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.