The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Lanai Airport (LNY) in Lanai City, United States is 17,786 kilometers (11,051 miles / 9,603 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:18 in Kigali, it's 04:18 in Lanai City. With a 12-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 3,551 feet between the two airports. Lanai Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Lanai City (LNY) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 339° (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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Lanai Airport (LNY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.