The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 862 kilometers (536 miles / 466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Kenya with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:18 in Nairobi, it's 18:18 in Butembo.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 101° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.