Airport Comparison
Caracas (CCS) to Nkolo Fuma (NKL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) in Caracas, Venezuela to Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo is 9,230 kilometers (5,735 miles / 4,984 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 97°.
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 Venezuela with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:47 in Caracas, it's 22:47 in Nkolo Fuma. 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 1,241 feet between the two airports. Nkolo Fuma Airport sits higher than Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport.
The return flight from Nkolo Fuma (NKL) to Caracas (CCS) follows a heading of 281° (west 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 Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) and Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.