The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda is 4,439 kilometers (2,758 miles / 2,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 172°.

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 Greece 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 13:07 in Athens, it's 13:07 in Gisenyi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,774 feet between the two airports. Gisenyi Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Gisenyi (GYI) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 353° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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