The flight distance from Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 9,438 kilometers (5,865 miles / 5,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:59 in Butembo, it's 00:59 in Shenzhen. With a 6-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 5,744 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an 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 Shenzhen (SZX) to Butembo (RUE) follows a heading of 268° (west). 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 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.