LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,496 km
4,037 miles
RHG
Ruhengeri
Rwanda
Distance
6,496 km
4,037 mi / 3,508 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
144°
southeast

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LGW RHG
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Ruhengeri Airport
IATA Code LGW RHG
ICAO Code EGKK HRYU
City London Ruhengeri
Country United Kingdom Rwanda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kigali
Elevation 202 ft 6,102 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -1.500000, 29.630000

London (LGW) to Ruhengeri (RHG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Ruhengeri Airport (RHG) in Ruhengeri, Rwanda is 6,496 kilometers (4,037 miles / 3,508 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 Kingdom 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 06:04 in London, it's 08:04 in Ruhengeri.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,900 feet between the two airports. Ruhengeri Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Ruhengeri (RHG) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 339° (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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Ruhengeri Airport (RHG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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