Makkah to Sebeta flights
Sebeta lies 1,397 km (868 mi) south of Makkah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 32 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.
| Makkah | Sebeta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Ethiopia |
| Population | 1.6 million | 102,300 |
| Elevation | 333 m (1,093 ft) | 2,311 m (7,582 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | TIF, 75 km out | ADD, 21 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sebeta
Crossing from Saudi Arabia 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 Makkah
Makkah is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Taif International Airport (TIF), 75 km (47 mi) from the centre, whose 12,254-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED, 75 km).
Arriving in Sebeta
Sebeta is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), 21 km (13 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 | 21 km (13 mi) | 12,467 ft | 7,630 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sebeta from Makkah?
1,397 km (868 mi) in a straight line, south of Makkah.
How long does it take to get from Makkah to Sebeta by air?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Makkah and Sebeta?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Makkah to Sebeta flights?
Typically Taif International Airport (TIF) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
What currency do I need in Sebeta?
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.