Airport Comparison
| ADD | HDS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bole International Airport | Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport |
| IATA Code | ADD | HDS |
| ICAO Code | HAAB | FAHS |
| City | Addis Ababa | Hoedspruit |
| Country | Ethiopia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 7,630 ft | 1,743 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.980000, 38.800000 | -24.370000, 31.050000 |
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Hoedspruit (HDS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa is 3,803 kilometers (2,363 miles / 2,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 13:17 in Addis Ababa, it's 12:17 in Hoedspruit.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,887 feet between the two airports. Hoedspruit Air Force Base 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 Hoedspruit (HDS) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 14° (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 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.