The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia is 13,827 kilometers (8,591 miles / 7,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 United States with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:49 in Austin, it's 00:49 in Dire Dawa. With a 8-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 3,286 feet between the two airports. Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport sits higher than Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The return flight from Dire Dawa (DIR) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 317° (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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.