Bangui to Gemena flights
Gemena lies 183 km (113 mi) south-east of Bangui, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bangui | Gemena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Central African Republic | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 812,407 | 197,159 |
| Elevation | 351 m (1,152 ft) | 420 m (1,378 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Bangui) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
| Nearest large airport | BGF, 6 km out | GMA, 2 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gemena
Crossing from Central African Republic into Democratic Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Franc to the Franc (CDF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +243; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bangui
Bangui is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,530 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Gemena
Gemena is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gemena Airport (GMA), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,550 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gemena Airport (regional) | GMA | 2 km (1 mi) | 6,550 ft | 1,378 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gemena from Bangui?
183 km (113 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bangui.
How long does it take to get from Bangui to Gemena by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangui and Gemena?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bangui to Gemena flights?
Typically Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF) to Gemena Airport (GMA).
What currency do I need in Gemena?
The Franc (CDF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.