The flight distance from Wheeler Army Air Field (HHI) in Wahiawa, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 17,672 kilometers (10,981 miles / 9,542 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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 22:14 in Wahiawa, it's 10:14 in Kigali. With a 12-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 4,016 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Wheeler Army Air Field.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Wahiawa (HHI) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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