Airport Comparison
Gisenyi (GYI) to Luanda (LAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda to Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola is 1,945 kilometers (1,209 miles / 1,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Angola. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:27 in Gisenyi, it's 06:27 in Luanda.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,839 feet between the two airports. Quatro De Fevereiro Airport sits lower than Gisenyi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Luanda (LAD) to Gisenyi (GYI) follows a heading of 67° (east 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 Gisenyi Airport (GYI) and Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.