The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Smith Field (SMD) in Fort Wayne, United States is 12,246 kilometers (7,609 miles / 6,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 17:15 in Kigali, it's 10:15 in Fort Wayne. 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 4,023 feet between the two airports. Smith Field sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Fort Wayne (SMD) 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 Smith Field (SMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.