The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Skagit Regional Airport (MVW) in Burlington/Mount Vernon, United States is 14,218 kilometers (8,835 miles / 7,677 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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 11:35 in Kigali, it's 01:35 in Burlington/Mount Vernon. With a 10-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 4,714 feet between the two airports. Skagit Regional Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Burlington/Mount Vernon (MVW) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 36° (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 Skagit Regional Airport (MVW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.