The flight distance from San Jose Airport (GSJ) in Puerto San Jose, Guatemala to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,399 kilometers (8,326 miles / 7,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, 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 Guatemala 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 04:40 in Puerto San Jose, it's 12:40 in Kigali. With a 8-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 4,830 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than San Jose Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Puerto San Jose (GSJ) follows a heading of 285° (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 San Jose Airport (GSJ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.