DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
4,106 km
2,552 miles
GYI
Gisenyi
Rwanda
Distance
4,106 km
2,552 mi / 2,217 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
227°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB GYI
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Gisenyi Airport
IATA Code DXB GYI
ICAO Code OMDB HRYG
City Dubai Gisenyi
Country United Arab Emirates Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Kigali
Elevation 34 ft 5,082 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -1.680000, 29.260000

Dubai (DXB) to Gisenyi (GYI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda is 4,106 kilometers (2,552 miles / 2,217 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:08 in Dubai, it's 07:08 in Gisenyi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,048 feet between the two airports. Gisenyi Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Gisenyi (GYI) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 41° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Gisenyi Airport (GYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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