The flight distance from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 3,735 kilometers (2,321 miles / 2,017 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Ivory Coast with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:50 in Abidjan, it's 13:50 in Butembo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,736 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Port Bouet Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Abidjan (ABJ) follows a heading of 279° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.