Airport Comparison
Abidjan (ABJ) to Bole (BPL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport (BPL) in Bole, China is 9,298 kilometers (5,778 miles / 5,021 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.
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 Ivory Coast with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:54 in Abidjan, it's 17:54 in Bole. With a 8-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 1,232 feet between the two airports. Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport sits higher than Port Bouet Airport.
The return flight from Bole (BPL) to Abidjan (ABJ) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) and Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport (BPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.