The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Derby Airport (DRB) in Derby Airport, Australia is 9,766 kilometers (6,068 miles / 5,273 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, 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 14:20 in Addis Ababa, it's 19:20 in Derby Airport. 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 7,606 feet between the two airports. Derby 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 Derby Airport (DRB) 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 Derby Airport (DRB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.