The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) in Bukavu Kavumu Airport, DR Congo is 8,123 kilometers (5,048 miles / 4,386 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Thailand 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 23:45 in Bangkok, it's 18:45 in Bukavu Kavumu Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,638 feet between the two airports. Bukavu Kavumu Airport sits higher than Suvarnabhumi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 75° (east 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 Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.