The flight distance from Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 10,951 kilometers (6,805 miles / 5,913 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 DR Congo with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:09 in Butembo, it's 17:09 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,202 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Rughenda Airfield. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Butembo (RUE) follows a heading of 95° (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 Rughenda Airfield (RUE) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.