Airport Comparison
Port Louis (MRU) to Butembo (RUE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Port Louis, Mauritius to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 3,840 kilometers (2,386 miles / 2,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
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 Mauritius with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:06 in Port Louis, it's 15:06 in Butembo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,571 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Port Louis (MRU) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.