ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
6,006 km
3,732 miles
FFD
Fairford
United Kingdom
Distance
6,006 km
3,732 mi / 3,243 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
330°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ADD FFD
Airport Name Bole International Airport RAF Fairford
IATA Code ADD FFD
ICAO Code HAAB EGVA
City Addis Ababa Fairford
Country Ethiopia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Europe/London
Elevation 7,630 ft 286 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 51.680000, -1.790000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Fairford (FFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to RAF Fairford (FFD) in Fairford, United Kingdom is 6,006 kilometers (3,732 miles / 3,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 Ethiopia with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:45 in Addis Ababa, it's 14:45 in Fairford. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,344 feet between the two airports. RAF Fairford sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Fairford (FFD) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 127° (southeast). 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 RAF Fairford (FFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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