The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Miles Airport (WLE) in Miles Airport, Australia is 12,847 kilometers (7,983 miles / 6,937 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 Australia. 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 08:38 in Kigali, it's 16:38 in Miles Airport. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,555 feet between the two airports. Miles Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Miles Airport (WLE) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 253° (west 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 Miles Airport (WLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.