The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Jimma Airport (JIM) in Jimma, Ethiopia is 1,578 kilometers (980 miles / 852 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:09 in Jeddah, it's 21:09 in Jimma.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,452 feet between the two airports. Jimma Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Jimma (JIM) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Jimma Airport (JIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.