Ibb to Arba Minch flights
Arba Minch lies 1,142 km (710 mi) south-west of Ibb, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 13 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.
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| Ibb | Arba Minch | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Yemen | Ethiopia |
| Population | 771,514 | 201,000 |
| Elevation | 1,931 m (6,335 ft) | 1,269 m (4,163 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | TAI, 32 km out | AMH, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Arba Minch
Crossing from Yemen into Ethiopia: money changes from the Rial 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 Ibb
Ibb is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Taiz International Airport (TAI), 32 km (20 mi) from the centre, whose 10,040-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Arba Minch
Arba Minch is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Arba Minch Airport (AMH), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,170 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arba Minch Airport (regional) | AMH | 5 km (3 mi) | 9,170 ft | 3,901 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Arba Minch from Ibb?
1,142 km (710 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ibb.
How long does it take to get from Ibb to Arba Minch by air?
About 2 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ibb and Arba Minch?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ibb to Arba Minch flights?
Typically Taiz International Airport (TAI) to Arba Minch Airport (AMH).
What currency do I need in Arba Minch?
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.