The flight distance from Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) in Bukavu Kavumu Airport, DR Congo to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 8,724 kilometers (5,421 miles / 4,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 14:20 in Bukavu Kavumu Airport, it's 20:20 in Chengdu. 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 4,018 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Bukavu Kavumu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) follows a heading of 260° (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 Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.