The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Caucaya Airport (LQM) in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia is 11,664 kilometers (7,248 miles / 6,298 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:54 in Kigali, it's 10:54 in Puerto Leguizamo. 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 4,286 feet between the two airports. Caucaya Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 92° (east). 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 Caucaya Airport (LQM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.