JAC
Jackson
United States
13,990 km
8,693 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
13,990 km
8,693 mi / 7,554 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Denver
Heading
51°
northeast

Airport Comparison

JAC KGL
Airport Name Jackson Hole Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code JAC KGL
ICAO Code KJAC HRYR
City Jackson Kigali
Country United States Rwanda
Timezone America/Denver Africa/Kigali
Elevation 6,451 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 43.610000, -110.740000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Jackson (JAC) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) in Jackson, United States to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 13,990 kilometers (8,693 miles / 7,554 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 08:22 in Jackson, it's 17:22 in Kigali. With a 9-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 1,592 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits lower than Jackson Hole Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Jackson (JAC) follows a heading of 326° (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 Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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