The flight distance from El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,700 kilometers (6,648 miles / 5,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

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 Argentina with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:04 in El Calafate, it's 16:04 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,190 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than El Calafate Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to El Calafate (FTE) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the El Calafate Airport (FTE) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.