The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 14,518 kilometers (9,021 miles / 7,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:58 in Phoenix, it's 15:58 in Butembo. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,622 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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