The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Tongliao Airport (TGO) in Tongliao, China is 10,324 kilometers (6,415 miles / 5,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:47 in Kigali, it's 01:47 in Tongliao. With a 6-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 4,859 feet between the two airports. Tongliao Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Tongliao (TGO) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 270° (west). 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 Tongliao Airport (TGO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.