ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
2,598 km
1,615 miles
CIP
Chipata
Zambia
Distance
2,598 km
1,615 mi / 1,403 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
195°
south southwest

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ADD CIP
Airport Name Bole International Airport Chipata Airport
IATA Code ADD CIP
ICAO Code HAAB FLCP
City Addis Ababa Chipata
Country Ethiopia Zambia
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 7,630 ft 3,360 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 -13.560000, 32.590000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Chipata (CIP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Chipata Airport (CIP) in Chipata, Zambia is 2,598 kilometers (1,615 miles / 1,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

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 Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:42 in Addis Ababa, it's 00:42 in Chipata.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,270 feet between the two airports. Chipata 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 Chipata (CIP) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 16° (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 Chipata Airport (CIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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