The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 7,709 kilometers (4,790 miles / 4,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:42 in Addis Ababa, it's 07:42 in Christmas Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,714 feet between the two airports. Christmas Island 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 Christmas Island (XCH) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 284° (west northwest). 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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.