Airport Comparison
Uummannaq (JQA) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qaarsut Airport (JQA) in Uummannaq, Greenland to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 9,952 kilometers (6,184 miles / 5,374 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 97°.
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 Greenland 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 06:45 in Uummannaq, it's 10:45 in Kigali. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,570 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Qaarsut Airport.
The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Uummannaq (JQA) follows a heading of 341° (north 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 Qaarsut Airport (JQA) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.