BAH
Manama
Bahrain
3,697 km
2,297 miles
RUE
Butembo
DR Congo
Distance
3,697 km
2,297 mi / 1,996 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
222°
southwest

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BAH RUE
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Rughenda Airfield
IATA Code BAH RUE
ICAO Code OBBI FZMB
City Manama Butembo
Country Bahrain DR Congo
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 6 ft 5,757 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 0.120000, 29.310000

Manama (BAH) to Butembo (RUE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 3,697 kilometers (2,297 miles / 1,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 Bahrain with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:08 in Manama, it's 15:08 in Butembo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,751 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Bahrain International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 36° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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