Addis Ababa to Mek'ele flights
Mek'ele lies 504 km (313 mi) north of Addis Ababa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 24 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Addis Ababa | Mek'ele | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia | Ethiopia |
| Population | 3.9 million | 457,900 |
| Elevation | 2,405 m (7,890 ft) | 2,068 m (6,785 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | ADD, 8 km out | MQX, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Mek'ele
Mek'ele is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport (MQX), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport (regional) | MQX | 7 km (4 mi) | 11,811 ft | 7,396 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mek'ele from Addis Ababa?
504 km (313 mi) in a straight line, north of Addis Ababa.
How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Mek'ele by air?
About 1 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Addis Ababa and Mek'ele?
No, both are on Africa/Addis_Ababa at the moment.
Which airports are used for Addis Ababa to Mek'ele flights?
Typically Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport (MQX).
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.