The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Mindik Airport (MXK) in Mindik, Papua New Guinea is 12,993 kilometers (8,073 miles / 7,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:33 in Kigali, it's 22:33 in Mindik. 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.

The return flight from Mindik (MXK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 264° (west). 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 Mindik Airport (MXK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.