Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Leaf Rapids (YLR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Leaf Rapids Airport (YLR) in Leaf Rapids, Canada is 11,815 kilometers (7,341 miles / 6,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.
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 20:52 in Addis Ababa, it's 11:52 in Leaf Rapids. 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 6,671 feet between the two airports. Leaf Rapids 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 Leaf Rapids (YLR) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 43° (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 Leaf Rapids Airport (YLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.