Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Port Heiden (PTH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States is 12,511 kilometers (7,774 miles / 6,756 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 20:02 in Addis Ababa, it's 08:02 in Port Heiden. With a 12-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 7,535 feet between the two airports. Port Heiden 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 Port Heiden (PTH) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). 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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.