ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
4,533 km
2,817 miles
MAA
Chennai
India
Distance
4,533 km
2,817 mi / 2,448 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
80°
east

Airport Comparison

ADD MAA
Airport Name Bole International Airport Chennai International Airport
IATA Code ADD MAA
ICAO Code HAAB VOMM
City Addis Ababa Chennai
Country Ethiopia India
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 7,630 ft 52 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 12.990000, 80.170000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Chennai (MAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Chennai International Airport (MAA) in Chennai, India is 4,533 kilometers (2,817 miles / 2,448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 80°.

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 India. 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 23:36 in Addis Ababa, it's 02:06 in Chennai.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,578 feet between the two airports. Chennai International 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 Chennai (MAA) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 269° (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 Chennai International Airport (MAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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