The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Unst Airport (UNT) in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom is 6,614 kilometers (4,110 miles / 3,571 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 01:58 in Addis Ababa, it's 22:58 in Shetland Islands. 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 7,630 feet between the two airports. Unst 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 Shetland Islands (UNT) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 133° (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 Unst Airport (UNT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.