How long is the LH5556 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. Brussels to Kigali is 6,362 km (3,953 mi).

Which terminal does LH5556 use?

It usually leaves from gate T61 at Brussels Airport (BRU). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LH5556 have?

Also listed as DLH5556 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 5556.

Can I get compensation if LH5556 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH5556 Flight Status Lufthansa: Brussels to Kigali (DLH5556)

Lufthansa LH 5556

Landed On Time

BRU Brussels

Scheduled: 10:15
Actual: 10:38

Gate: T61

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time CET

Brussels Airport (BRU)

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KGL Kigali

Scheduled: 19:40
Actual: 19:43
Delay

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time UTC+2

Kigali Airport (KGL)

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Landed 42h 08m ago 100%

BRU 10:38 KGL 19:43

6,362 km (3,953 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 6362 km / 3953 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:25 · Actual Duration: 08:05

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This flight continues to Entebbe (EBB): LH5556 Kigali to Entebbe departs at 20:50 local time on Nov 7.

LH 5556 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa Brussels to Kigali

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	BRU	KGL	10:38	19:43	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	BRU	KGL	10:51	19:54	En-Route	Track >
Nov 03	BRU	KGL	10:37	19:30	En-Route	Track >
Oct 31	BRU	KGL	10:48	19:42	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	BRU	KGL	10:49	19:45	Landed	Track >
Oct 27	BRU	KGL	10:30	19:31	Landed	Track >
Oct 24	BRU	KGL	10:55	18:32	Unknown	Track >
Oct 22	BRU	KGL	10:33	18:35	En-Route	Track >
Oct 20	BRU	KGL	11:03	19:24	Delayed	Track >

Lufthansa operates LH 5556 from Brussels to Kigali, a 6,362 km (3,953 mi) trip, three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday). The timetable allows 8 h 25 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. On Saturday it left 23 minutes late and still landed at 19:43, just 3 minutes behind schedule.

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About LH 5556

Route: Brussels Airport BRU to Kigali Airport KGL
Distance: 6,362 km (3,953 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 8 h 25 min
Flies: Tue, Thu, Sat
Usually departs from: Gate T61

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Saturday's 3-minute delay is well below the 3-hour threshold for compensation.

LH 5556 FAQ

How long is the LH5556 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. Brussels to Kigali is 6,362 km (3,953 mi).
Which days does LH5556 fly?: Three times a week: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does LH5556 use?: It usually leaves from gate T61 at Brussels Airport (BRU). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH5556 have?: Also listed as DLH5556 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 5556.
Can I get compensation if LH5556 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH5556 and Brussels BRU to Kigali KGL Flights

Flight LH5556 is a code-share Lufthansa flight of the Brussels Airlines operated SN465.

Other flights departing from Brussels BRU: SN465, SN3811

Other flights arriving at Kigali KGL: SN465, WB112

All flights connecting Brussels BRU to Kigali KGL.