The flight distance from Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) in Ezeiza, Argentina to Rughenda Airfield (RUE) in Butembo, DR Congo is 9,819 kilometers (6,101 miles / 5,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Argentina 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 12:25 in Ezeiza, it's 17:25 in Butembo. 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 5,690 feet between the two airports. Rughenda Airfield sits higher than Ministro Pistarini International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butembo (RUE) to Ezeiza (EZE) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) and Rughenda Airfield (RUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.