The flight distance from Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 10,571 kilometers (6,569 miles / 5,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:26 in La Rioja, it's 19:26 in Kigali. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,422 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Capitan V A Almonacid Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to La Rioja (IRJ) follows a heading of 240° (west 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 Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.