The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 2,625 kilometers (1,631 miles / 1,417 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia 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 17:20 in Jeddah, it's 16:20 in Butembo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,709 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.