DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,695 km
3,538 miles
MAT
Matadi
DR Congo
Distance
5,695 km
3,538 mi / 3,075 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
239°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB MAT
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Tshimpi Airport
IATA Code DXB MAT
ICAO Code OMDB FZAM
City Dubai Matadi
Country United Arab Emirates DR Congo
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 34 ft 1,115 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -5.800000, 13.440000

Dubai (DXB) to Matadi (MAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Tshimpi Airport (MAT) in Matadi, DR Congo is 5,695 kilometers (3,538 miles / 3,075 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 18:17 in Dubai, it's 15:17 in Matadi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,081 feet between the two airports. Tshimpi Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Matadi (MAT) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 51° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Tshimpi Airport (MAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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