The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Siguanea Airport (SZJ) in Isla de la Juventud, Cuba is 12,471 kilometers (7,749 miles / 6,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 Cuba. 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 14:53 in Kigali, it's 07:53 in Isla de la Juventud. 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 4,820 feet between the two airports. Siguanea Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Isla de la Juventud (SZJ) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 83° (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 Siguanea Airport (SZJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.