The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (MPS) in Mount Pleasant, United States is 13,345 kilometers (8,292 miles / 7,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 16:23 in Kigali, it's 08:23 in Mount Pleasant. With a 8-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 4,495 feet between the two airports. Mount Pleasant Regional Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Mount Pleasant (MPS) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). 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 Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (MPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.