The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 9,533 kilometers (5,923 miles / 5,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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 Uruguay. 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 07:56 in Kigali, it's 02:56 in Montevideo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,754 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 89° (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 Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.