The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Ryans Creek Aerodrome (SZS) in Oban, New Zealand is 13,653 kilometers (8,483 miles / 7,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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 New Zealand. 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 21:18 in Addis Ababa, it's 06:18 in Oban. With a 9-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 7,568 feet between the two airports. Ryans Creek Aerodrome sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Oban (SZS) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). 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 Ryans Creek Aerodrome (SZS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.