Airport Comparison
| ADD | GCW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bole International Airport | Grand Canyon West Airport |
| IATA Code | ADD | GCW |
| ICAO Code | HAAB | K1G4 |
| City | Addis Ababa | Peach Springs |
| Country | Ethiopia | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 7,630 ft | 4,817 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.980000, 38.800000 | 35.990000, -113.820000 |
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Peach Springs (GCW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) in Peach Springs, United States is 14,251 kilometers (8,855 miles / 7,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:40 in Addis Ababa, it's 12:40 in Peach Springs. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,813 feet between the two airports. Grand Canyon West 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 Peach Springs (GCW) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 35° (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 Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.