Airport Comparison
| KGL | MZZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kigali International Airport | Marion Municipal - Mckinney Field |
| IATA Code | KGL | MZZ |
| ICAO Code | HRYR | KMZZ |
| City | Kigali | Marion |
| Country | Rwanda | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| Elevation | 4,859 ft | 859 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.970000, 30.140000 | 40.490000, -85.680000 |
Kigali (KGL) to Marion (MZZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Marion Municipal - Mckinney Field (MZZ) in Marion, United States is 12,309 kilometers (7,648 miles / 6,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 17:19 in Kigali, it's 10:19 in Marion. With a 7-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 4,000 feet between the two airports. Marion Municipal - Mckinney Field sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Marion (MZZ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 74° (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 Marion Municipal - Mckinney Field (MZZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.