Ibb to Bishoftu flights
Bishoftu lies 811 km (504 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 1 h 47 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.
| Ibb | Bishoftu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Yemen | Ethiopia |
| Population | 771,514 | 207,400 |
| Elevation | 1,931 m (6,335 ft) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | TAI, 32 km out | ADD, 32 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bishoftu
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 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 Ibb?
811 km (504 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ibb.
How long does it take to get from Ibb to Bishoftu by air?
About 1 h 47 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 Bishoftu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ibb to Bishoftu flights?
Typically Taiz International Airport (TAI) 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.