Airport Comparison
Jeddah (JED) to Shire (SHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 850 kilometers (528 miles / 459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 187°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:57 in Jeddah, it's 22:57 in Shire.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,159 feet between the two airports. Shire Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Shire (SHC) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.