Airport Comparison
| ADD | BUQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bole International Airport | Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport |
| IATA Code | ADD | BUQ |
| ICAO Code | HAAB | FVBU |
| City | Addis Ababa | Bulawayo |
| Country | Ethiopia | Zimbabwe |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Africa/Harare |
| Elevation | 7,630 ft | 4,359 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.980000, 38.800000 | -20.020000, 28.620000 |
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Bulawayo (BUQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe is 3,412 kilometers (2,120 miles / 1,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.
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 Zimbabwe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:11 in Addis Ababa, it's 08:11 in Bulawayo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,271 feet between the two airports. Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International 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 Bulawayo (BUQ) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 20° (north 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 Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.