The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Lugano Airport (LUG) in Lugano, Switzerland is 5,003 kilometers (3,109 miles / 2,702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:18 in Addis Ababa, it's 11:18 in Lugano.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,715 feet between the two airports. Lugano 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 Lugano (LUG) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 136° (southeast). 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 Lugano Airport (LUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.