Airport Comparison
Addis Ababa (ADD) to Show Low (SOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) in Show Low, United States is 14,190 kilometers (8,817 miles / 7,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 17:39 in Addis Ababa, it's 07:39 in Show Low. With a 10-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 1,215 feet between the two airports. Show Low Regional 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 Show Low (SOW) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 40° (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 Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.