The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka is 4,611 kilometers (2,865 miles / 2,489 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Sri Lanka. 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 20:55 in Addis Ababa, it's 23:25 in Sigiriya.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,000 feet between the two airports. Sigiriya 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 Sigiriya (GIU) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 275° (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 Bole International Airport (ADD) and Sigiriya Airport (GIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.