The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Kempsey Airport (KPS) in Kempsey Airport, Australia is 12,937 kilometers (8,039 miles / 6,986 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:22 in Kigali, it's 22:22 in Kempsey Airport. 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 4,805 feet between the two airports. Kempsey Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Kempsey Airport (KPS) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 250° (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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Kempsey Airport (KPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.