Arusha to Bishoftu flights
Bishoftu lies 1,371 km (852 mi) north of Arusha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 30 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.
| Arusha | Bishoftu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Ethiopia |
| Population | 617,631 | 207,400 |
| Elevation | 1,415 m (4,642 ft) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | JRO, 44 km out | ADD, 32 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bishoftu
Crossing from Tanzania into Ethiopia: money changes from the Shilling to the Birr (ETB); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, SN 441011, Schuko, Type E, Type L; the dialling code becomes +251; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648865 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648866.
Airports at each end
Leaving Arusha
Arusha is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), 44 km (27 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Arusha Airport (ARK, 6 km).
Arriving in Bishoftu
Bishoftu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), 32 km (20 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | ADD | 32 km (20 mi) | 12,467 ft | 7,630 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Bishoftu from Arusha?
1,371 km (852 mi) in a straight line, north of Arusha.
How long does it take to get from Arusha to Bishoftu by air?
About 2 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arusha and Bishoftu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Arusha to Bishoftu flights?
Typically Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
What currency do I need in Bishoftu?
The Birr (ETB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.