The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Butare Airport (BTQ) in Butare, Rwanda is 1,633 kilometers (1,015 miles / 882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:27 in Addis Ababa, it's 23:27 in Butare.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,829 feet between the two airports. Butare Airport sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Butare (BTQ) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bole International Airport (ADD) and Butare Airport (BTQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.