ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
7,838 km
4,870 miles
OLI
Rif
Iceland
Distance
7,838 km
4,870 mi / 4,232 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ADD OLI
Airport Name Bole International Airport Rif Airport
IATA Code ADD OLI
ICAO Code HAAB BIRF
City Addis Ababa Rif
Country Ethiopia Iceland
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 7,630 ft 18 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 64.910000, -23.820000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Rif (OLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Rif Airport (OLI) in Rif, Iceland is 7,838 kilometers (4,870 miles / 4,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Iceland. 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 11:32 in Addis Ababa, it's 08:32 in Rif. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,612 feet between the two airports. Rif 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 Rif (OLI) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 111° (east 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 Rif Airport (OLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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