Charter Addis Ababa to Gambella privately from US$8,000, about 1h 04m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Addis Ababa (ADD) to Gambella (GMB) and Gambella to Addis Ababa — timed and priced alike.
Addis Ababa and Gambella lie approximately 475 km apart (295 mi / 257 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Addis Ababa and Gambella, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (ETB) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | Br540,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | Br630,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 21m | 1h 13m – 1h 29m | Br460,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (ETB) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 04m | Br540,000 – Br770,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 02m | Br600,000 – Br860,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 01m | Br660,000 – Br910,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (ETB) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 01m | Br630,000 – Br880,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 59 min | Br680,000 – Br970,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 57 min | Br740,000 – Br1,050,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (ETB) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 21m | Br460,000 – Br630,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 17m | Br510,000 – Br680,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
The guide range for Addis Ababa–Gambella is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and Harar Meda Airport.
Gambella, Ethiopia: Gambela Airport and Dembidollo Airport.
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | Gambela Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HAAB / ADD | HAGM / GMB |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 8,248 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 7,630 ft | 1,614 ft |
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is at 7,630 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Addis Ababa to Gambella can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport has 12,467 ft and Gambela Airport 8,248 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 475 km.
Alternates within range: Harar Meda Airport (5,940 ft, 37 km) · African Union Heliport · Dembidollo Airport (6,168 ft, 57 km)
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Addis Ababa and Gambella is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 04m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Addis Ababa–Gambella, confirmed once we check live availability.
Demand on Addis Ababa–Gambella comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 04m gate to gate over 475 km (295 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Addis Ababa–Gambella charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Gambella to Addis Ababa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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