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How long is the flight from New York to Kigali?

JFKNew York
KGLKigali
Flight Time
13 h 6 min
Distance
11,334km

7,043 miles

Departure
06:58
Arrival
02:04
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 06:58 · America/New_York

To

KGLKigali

Kigali International Airport

Arrival 02:04 · Africa/Kigali

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali covers a distance of approximately 11,334 kilometers (7,043 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 13 h 6 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Kigali

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Kigali?

A direct flight from New York to Kigali takes around 13 h 6 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Kigali?

The distance from New York to Kigali is about 11,334 kilometers (7,043 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Kigali?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 13 h 6 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Kigali to New York.