The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) in Ilheus, Brazil is 8,975 kilometers (5,577 miles / 4,846 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:29 in Addis Ababa, it's 23:29 in Ilheus. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,615 feet between the two airports. Bahia - Jorge Amado 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 Ilheus (IOS) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.