The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 5,890 kilometers (3,660 miles / 3,180 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:01 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 20:01 in Butembo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,393 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.