ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
4,837 km
3,006 miles
BWO
Balakovo
Russia
Distance
4,837 km
3,006 mi / 2,612 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
north

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ADD BWO
Airport Name Bole International Airport Balakovo Airport
IATA Code ADD BWO
ICAO Code HAAB UWSB
City Addis Ababa Balakovo
Country Ethiopia Russia
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Europe/Saratov
Elevation 7,630 ft 95 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 51.860000, 47.750000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Balakovo (BWO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Balakovo Airport (BWO) in Balakovo, Russia is 4,837 kilometers (3,006 miles / 2,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:25 in Addis Ababa, it's 16:25 in Balakovo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,535 feet between the two airports. Balakovo 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 Balakovo (BWO) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 193° (south southwest). 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 Balakovo Airport (BWO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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