Gako Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 4m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Gako Airport
Gako Airport is a small airport in Gako, Rwanda. It sits at an elevation of 4,770 ft (1,454 m). It observes Africa/Kigali local time. The nearest airport is Nemba Airport (HRYN), about 6.5 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIGALI | Class C | CTR | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Rwanda airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gako Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gako Airport located?
Gako Airport is small airport located in Gako, Rwanda, at an elevation of 4,770 ft (1,454 m).
What time zone is Gako Airport in?
Gako Airport is in the Africa/Kigali time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gako Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gako Airport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gako Airport?
The nearest airport to Gako Airport is Nemba Airport (HRYN), about 6.5 nm to the sse, followed by Kigali International Airport and Kirundo Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gako Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.