Airport Comparison
Kigali (KGL) to Lac La Biche (YLB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Lac La Biche Airport (YLB) in Lac La Biche, Canada is 13,222 kilometers (8,216 miles / 7,139 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Canada. 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 15:21 in Kigali, it's 06:21 in Lac La Biche. With a 9-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 2,975 feet between the two airports. Lac La Biche Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.
The return flight from Lac La Biche (YLB) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 44° (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 Lac La Biche Airport (YLB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.