The flight distance from Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States to Rumbek Airport (RBX) in Rumbek, South Sudan is 13,567 kilometers (8,430 miles / 7,326 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 United States with South Sudan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:38 in Portland, it's 20:38 in Rumbek. With a 9-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 1,347 feet between the two airports. Rumbek Airport sits higher than Portland International Airport.

The return flight from Rumbek (RBX) to Portland (PDX) follows a heading of 337° (north 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 Portland International Airport (PDX) and Rumbek Airport (RBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.