GYI
Gisenyi
Rwanda
103 km
64 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
103 km
64 mi / 56 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
108°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

GYI KGL
Airport Name Gisenyi Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code GYI KGL
ICAO Code HRYG HRYR
City Gisenyi Kigali
Country Rwanda Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Kigali Africa/Kigali
Elevation 5,082 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates -1.680000, 29.260000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Gisenyi (GYI) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gisenyi Airport (GYI) in Gisenyi, Rwanda to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 103 kilometers (64 miles / 56 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Rwanda. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 09:43 in Gisenyi, it's 09:43 in Kigali.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Gisenyi (GYI) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Gisenyi Airport (GYI) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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