Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Bima-Sumbawa Island (BMU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) in Bima-Sumbawa Island, Indonesia is 9,059 kilometers (5,629 miles / 4,892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 100°.
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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:58 in Addis Ababa, it's 03:58 in Bima-Sumbawa Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,627 feet between the two airports. Muhammad Salahuddin 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 Bima-Sumbawa Island (BMU) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.