The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Manda Airstrip (LAU) in Lamu, Kenya is 1,270 kilometers (789 miles / 686 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 169°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:03 in Addis Ababa, it's 18:03 in Lamu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,610 feet between the two airports. Manda Airstrip sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lamu (LAU) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 349° (north). 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 Manda Airstrip (LAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.