The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Whakatane Airport (WHK) in Whakatane Airport, New Zealand is 14,419 kilometers (8,959 miles / 7,785 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:24 in Kigali, it's 02:24 in Whakatane Airport. With a 11-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 4,839 feet between the two airports. Whakatane Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Whakatane Airport (WHK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). 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 Whakatane Airport (WHK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.