The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Wamena Airport (WMX) in Wamena-Papua Island, Indonesia is 12,077 kilometers (7,504 miles / 6,521 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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 Indonesia. 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 23:51 in Kigali, it's 06:51 in Wamena-Papua Island. With a 7-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 Wamena-Papua Island (WMX) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 267° (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 Wamena Airport (WMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.