Airport Comparison
Gisenyi (GYI) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 854 kilometers (530 miles / 461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east at a heading of 87°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Rwanda with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:38 in Gisenyi, it's 05:38 in Nairobi.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Gisenyi (GYI) follows a heading of 267° (west). 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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.