GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
5,792 km
3,599 miles
GYI
Gisenyi
Rwanda
Distance
5,792 km
3,599 mi / 3,127 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
150°
south southeast

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GVA GYI
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Gisenyi Airport
IATA Code GVA GYI
ICAO Code LSGG HRYG
City Geneva Gisenyi
Country Switzerland Rwanda
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,411 ft 5,082 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -1.680000, 29.260000

Geneva (GVA) to Gisenyi (GYI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda is 5,792 kilometers (3,599 miles / 3,127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:46 in Geneva, it's 07:46 in Gisenyi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,671 feet between the two airports. Gisenyi Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Gisenyi (GYI) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Gisenyi Airport (GYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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