The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 3,006 kilometers (1,868 miles / 1,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greece with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:01 in Athens, it's 21:01 in Shire.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,899 feet between the two airports. Shire Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shire (SHC) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 335° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.