The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 3,679 kilometers (2,286 miles / 1,987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:21 in Addis Ababa, it's 21:21 in Sao Tome. 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 7,597 feet between the two airports. Sao Tome International 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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 74° (east 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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.