The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) in Lerwick, United Kingdom is 6,567 kilometers (4,081 miles / 3,546 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 13:14 in Addis Ababa, it's 11:14 in Lerwick.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,610 feet between the two airports. Sumburgh 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 Lerwick (LSI) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 132° (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 Sumburgh Airport (LSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.