The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) in Lyon, France is 5,197 kilometers (3,229 miles / 2,806 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 France. 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 04:21 in Addis Ababa, it's 02:21 in Lyon.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,809 feet between the two airports. Lyon Saint-Exupery 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 Lyon (LYS) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 131° (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 Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.