GYI
Gisenyi
Rwanda
6,500 km
4,039 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,500 km
4,039 mi / 3,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
339°
north northwest

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GYI LGW
Airport Name Gisenyi Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code GYI LGW
ICAO Code HRYG EGKK
City Gisenyi London
Country Rwanda United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/London
Elevation 5,082 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -1.680000, 29.260000 51.150000, -0.190000

Gisenyi (GYI) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,500 kilometers (4,039 miles / 3,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:37 in Gisenyi, it's 09:37 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,880 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Gisenyi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Gisenyi (GYI) follows a heading of 145° (southeast). 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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