ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
2,724 km
1,692 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
2,724 km
1,692 mi / 1,471 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
210°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

ADD SLI
Airport Name Bole International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code ADD SLI
ICAO Code HAAB FLSW
City Addis Ababa Solwesi
Country Ethiopia Zambia
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 7,630 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 2,724 kilometers (1,692 miles / 1,471 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:23 in Addis Ababa, it's 12:23 in Solwesi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,079 feet between the two airports. Solwesi 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 Solwesi (SLI) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 31° (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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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