Sanaa to Aden flights
Aden lies 300 km (186 mi) south of Sanaa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 8 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.
| Sanaa | Aden | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Yemen | Yemen |
| Population | 1.9 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 2,253 m (7,392 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) |
| Nearest large airport | SAH, 14 km out | ADE, 6 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Sanaa
Sanaa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sanaa International Airport (SAH), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 10,669-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Aden
Aden is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Aden International Airport (ADE), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aden International Airport | ADE | 6 km (4 mi) | 10,171 ft | 7 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Aden from Sanaa?
300 km (186 mi) in a straight line, south of Sanaa.
How long does it take to get from Sanaa to Aden by air?
About 1 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sanaa and Aden?
No, both are on Asia/Aden at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sanaa to Aden flights?
Typically Sanaa International Airport (SAH) to Aden International Airport (ADE).
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.