The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda is 8,189 kilometers (5,089 miles / 4,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:50 in Belo Horizonte, it's 10:50 in Gisenyi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,367 feet between the two airports. Gisenyi Airport sits higher than Tancredo Neves International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Gisenyi (GYI) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 250° (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 Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) and Gisenyi Airport (GYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.