The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Kitadaito Airport (KTD) in Kitadaito Airport, Japan is 11,222 kilometers (6,973 miles / 6,059 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:21 in Kigali, it's 04:21 in Kitadaito Airport. With a 7-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 4,779 feet between the two airports. Kitadaito Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Kitadaito Airport (KTD) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 273° (west). 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 Kitadaito Airport (KTD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.