The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Metema Airport (ETE) in Metema, Ethiopia is 12,901 kilometers (8,016 miles / 6,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 United States with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:09 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 13:09 in Metema. 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 2,044 feet between the two airports. Metema Airport sits higher than Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

The return flight from Metema (ETE) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 317° (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 Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Metema Airport (ETE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.