ABJ
Abidjan
Ivory Coast
6,394 km
3,973 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
6,394 km
3,973 mi / 3,452 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Abidjan
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

ABJ SCT
Airport Name Port Bouet Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code ABJ SCT
ICAO Code DIAP OYSQ
City Abidjan Socotra Islands
Country Ivory Coast Yemen
Timezone Africa/Abidjan Asia/Aden
Elevation 21 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 5.260000, -3.930000 12.630000, 53.910000

Abidjan (ABJ) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 6,394 kilometers (3,973 miles / 3,452 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ivory Coast with Yemen. 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 21:31 in Abidjan, it's 00:31 in Socotra Islands. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Abidjan (ABJ) follows a heading of 268° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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