Kigali to Bunia flights
Bunia lies 391 km (243 mi) north of Kigali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 15 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.
| Kigali | Bunia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Rwanda | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 1.1 million | 399,282 |
| Elevation | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) | 1,265 m (4,150 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Kigali) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
| Nearest large airport | KGL, 9 km out | BUX, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bunia
Crossing from Rwanda 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 Kigali
Kigali is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kigali International Airport (KGL), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Goma International Airport (GOM, 97 km).
Arriving in Bunia
Bunia is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bunia Airport (BUX), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunia Airport (regional) | BUX | 4 km (2 mi) | 8,202 ft | 4,045 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Bunia from Kigali?
391 km (243 mi) in a straight line, north of Kigali.
How long does it take to get from Kigali to Bunia by air?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kigali and Bunia?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kigali to Bunia flights?
Typically Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Bunia Airport (BUX).
What currency do I need in Bunia?
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.