Airport Comparison
Kuwait City (KWI) to Butembo (RUE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 3,795 kilometers (2,358 miles / 2,049 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.
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 Kuwait 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 14:53 in Kuwait City, it's 13:53 in Butembo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,551 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Kuwait International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 30° (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 Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.