Airport Comparison
Awassa (AWA) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Awassa Airport (AWA) in Awassa, Ethiopia to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 1,626 kilometers (1,010 miles / 878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 2°.
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 Ethiopia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:47 in Awassa, it's 07:47 in Jeddah.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,402 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Awassa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Awassa (AWA) follows a heading of 183° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Awassa Airport (AWA) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.