The flight distance from Yoakum-Defrenn Army Heliport (HLR) in Fort Cavazos (Killeen), United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,662 kilometers (8,489 miles / 7,377 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 16:38 in Fort Cavazos (Killeen), it's 00:38 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 3,949 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Yoakum-Defrenn Army Heliport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Fort Cavazos (Killeen) (HLR) follows a heading of 306° (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 Yoakum-Defrenn Army Heliport (HLR) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.