ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
5,160 km
3,206 miles
ROD
Robertson
South Africa
Distance
5,160 km
3,206 mi / 2,786 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
202°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

ADD ROD
Airport Name Bole International Airport Robertson Airport
IATA Code ADD ROD
ICAO Code HAAB FARS
City Addis Ababa Robertson
Country Ethiopia South Africa
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 7,630 ft 640 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 -33.810000, 19.900000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Robertson (ROD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Robertson Airport (ROD) in Robertson, South Africa is 5,160 kilometers (3,206 miles / 2,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:58 in Addis Ababa, it's 00:58 in Robertson.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,990 feet between the two airports. Robertson 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 Robertson (ROD) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 26° (north northeast). 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 Robertson Airport (ROD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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