The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Sioux Gateway/Brig General Bud Day Field (SUX) in Sioux City, United States is 12,714 kilometers (7,900 miles / 6,865 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 14:28 in Addis Ababa, it's 05:28 in Sioux City. With a 9-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 6,532 feet between the two airports. Sioux Gateway/Brig General Bud Day Field sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sioux City (SUX) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 50° (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 Sioux Gateway/Brig General Bud Day Field (SUX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.