The flight distance from Gisborne Airport (GIS) in Gisborne, New Zealand to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 14,425 kilometers (8,964 miles / 7,789 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:05 in Gisborne, it's 17:05 in Kigali. With a 11-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 4,844 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Gisborne Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gisborne (GIS) follows a heading of 147° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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