Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) in Arctic Bay Airport, Canada is 10,080 kilometers (6,264 miles / 5,443 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.
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 Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:03 in Addis Ababa, it's 03:03 in Arctic Bay Airport. 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 7,558 feet between the two airports. Arctic Bay 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 Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 55° (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 Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.