Airport Comparison
Bangkok (BKK) to Nkolo Fuma (NKL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo is 9,712 kilometers (6,035 miles / 5,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 264°.
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 Thailand with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:24 in Bangkok, it's 10:24 in Nkolo Fuma. 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 1,471 feet between the two airports. Nkolo Fuma Airport sits higher than Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The return flight from Nkolo Fuma (NKL) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 76° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.