Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) in RAAF Base Curtin, Australia is 9,788 kilometers (6,082 miles / 5,285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:09 in Addis Ababa, it's 04:09 in RAAF Base Curtin. 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 7,330 feet between the two airports. RAAF Base Curtin sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) 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 RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.