Airport Comparison
| ADD | FCB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bole International Airport | Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport |
| IATA Code | ADD | FCB |
| ICAO Code | HAAB | FAFB |
| City | Addis Ababa | Ficksburg |
| Country | Ethiopia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 7,630 ft | 5,315 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.980000, 38.800000 | -28.820000, 27.910000 |
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Ficksburg (FCB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport (FCB) in Ficksburg, South Africa is 4,363 kilometers (2,711 miles / 2,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.
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 South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:01 in Addis Ababa, it's 13:01 in Ficksburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,315 feet between the two airports. Ficksburg Sentraoes 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 Ficksburg (FCB) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 17° (north northeast). 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 Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport (FCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.