The flight distance from Hao Airport (HOI) in Hao Airport, French Polynesia to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 17,583 kilometers (10,925 miles / 9,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 French Polynesia 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 01:14 in Hao Airport, it's 13:14 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 4,849 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Hao Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Hao Airport (HOI) follows a heading of 203° (south 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 Hao Airport (HOI) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.