The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Culberson County Airport (VHN) in Van Horn, United States is 14,286 kilometers (8,877 miles / 7,714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 17:02 in Kigali, it's 09:02 in Van Horn. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Van Horn (VHN) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 65° (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 Culberson County Airport (VHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.