Asmara to Dire Dawa flights
Dire Dawa lies 714 km (444 mi) south-east of Asmara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 40 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.
| Asmara | Dire Dawa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Eritrea | Ethiopia |
| Population | 563,930 | 343,000 |
| Elevation | 2,334 m (7,657 ft) | 1,204 m (3,950 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Asmara) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | ASM, 6 km out | DIR, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Dire Dawa
Crossing from Eritrea into Ethiopia: money changes from the Nakfa to the Birr (ETB); 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 Asmara
Asmara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Asmara International Airport (ASM), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Dire Dawa
Dire Dawa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,791 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | DIR | 4 km (2 mi) | 8,791 ft | 3,827 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Dire Dawa from Asmara?
714 km (444 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Asmara.
How long does it take to get from Asmara to Dire Dawa by air?
About 1 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Asmara and Dire Dawa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Asmara to Dire Dawa flights?
Typically Asmara International Airport (ASM) to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR).
What currency do I need in Dire Dawa?
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.