The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Ikela Airport (IKL) in Ikela, DR Congo is 13,788 kilometers (8,567 miles / 7,445 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:47 in Brisbane, it's 14:47 in Ikela. With a 9-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 1,270 feet between the two airports. Ikela Airport sits higher than Brisbane International Airport.

The return flight from Ikela (IKL) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 125° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Ikela Airport (IKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.