The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Nikolai Airport (NIB) in Nikolai, United States is 13,216 kilometers (8,212 miles / 7,136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 2°.

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 18:22 in Kigali, it's 07:22 in Nikolai. With a 11-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 4,412 feet between the two airports. Nikolai Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Nikolai (NIB) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 355° (north). 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 Nikolai Airport (NIB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.