The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to San Matias Airport (MQK) in San Matias, Bolivia is 9,790 kilometers (6,083 miles / 5,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 Bolivia. 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 19:52 in Kigali, it's 13:52 in San Matias. With a 6-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 4,456 feet between the two airports. San Matias Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from San Matias (MQK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 91° (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 San Matias Airport (MQK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.