Airport Comparison
Luanda (LAD) to Butembo (RUE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 2,042 kilometers (1,269 miles / 1,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
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 Angola with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:45 in Luanda, it's 17:45 in Butembo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,514 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Quatro De Fevereiro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Luanda (LAD) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.