Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile is 12,018 kilometers (7,467 miles / 6,489 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.
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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:51 in Addis Ababa, it's 09:51 in Cerro Sombrero. With a 6-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 7,526 feet between the two airports. Franco Bianco 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 Cerro Sombrero (SMB) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.