The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Kaniama Airport (KNM) in Kaniama, DR Congo is 12,371 kilometers (7,687 miles / 6,680 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:32 in Nashville, it's 04:32 in Kaniama. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,173 feet between the two airports. Kaniama Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Kaniama (KNM) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Kaniama Airport (KNM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.