Airport Comparison
| ADD | MCV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bole International Airport | McArthur River Mine Airport |
| IATA Code | ADD | MCV |
| ICAO Code | HAAB | YMHU |
| City | Addis Ababa | McArthur River Mine |
| Country | Ethiopia | Australia |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Australia/Darwin |
| Elevation | 7,630 ft | 131 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.980000, 38.800000 | -16.440000, 136.080000 |
Addis Ababa (ADD) to McArthur River Mine (MCV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) in McArthur River Mine, Australia is 11,059 kilometers (6,871 miles / 5,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:18 in Addis Ababa, it's 15:48 in McArthur River Mine. With a 6.5-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 7,499 feet between the two airports. McArthur River Mine 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 McArthur River Mine (MCV) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 277° (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 McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.