The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Whitehouse Nolf Airport (NEN) in Jacksonville, United States is 12,222 kilometers (7,594 miles / 6,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 12:11 in Kigali, it's 05:11 in Jacksonville. 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 4,762 feet between the two airports. Whitehouse Nolf Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Jacksonville (NEN) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 80° (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 Whitehouse Nolf Airport (NEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.