Uvira to Mbuji-Mayi flights
Mbuji-Mayi lies 686 km (426 mi) south-west of Uvira, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 38 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.
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| Uvira | Mbuji-Mayi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 407,092 | 2.1 million |
| Elevation | 806 m (2,644 ft) | 621 m (2,037 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
| Nearest large airport | BJM, 22 km out | MJM, 3 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Uvira
Uvira is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM), 22 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Gitega Airport (GID, 86 km).
Arriving in Mbuji-Mayi
Mbuji-Mayi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,558 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbuji Mayi Airport (regional) | MJM | 3 km (2 mi) | 6,558 ft | 2,221 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mbuji-Mayi from Uvira?
686 km (426 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Uvira.
How long does it take to get from Uvira to Mbuji-Mayi by air?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Uvira and Mbuji-Mayi?
No, both are on Africa/Lubumbashi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Uvira to Mbuji-Mayi flights?
Typically Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM) to Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM).
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.