The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) in Santa Maria, United States is 15,256 kilometers (9,480 miles / 8,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 14:17 in Kigali, it's 04:17 in Santa Maria. With a 10-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 4,598 feet between the two airports. Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Maria (SMX) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 46° (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 Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.