The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Waiheke Reeve Airport (WIK) in Waiheke Reeve Airport, New Zealand is 14,386 kilometers (8,939 miles / 7,768 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 20:05 in Kigali, it's 07:05 in Waiheke Reeve 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 4,633 feet between the two airports. Waiheke Reeve Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Waiheke Reeve Airport (WIK) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 228° (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 Waiheke Reeve Airport (WIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.