How long is flight ET500?

The ADD to JFK route is the basis for the schedule. View the full route forecast and typical duration on the Turbcast route page.

Flight ET500

ET500 Turbulence ForecastEthiopian Airlines · ADD → JFK

About flight ET500

Airline: Ethiopian Airlines (ET)
Route: ADD → JFK
Typical Aircraft: A359
Distance: 11,200 km
Duration: 13h 31m
Cruise Altitude: FL410

See today’s turbulence forecast

Ethiopian Airlines ET500 flies the jet-stream exposed corridor from Addis Ababa to New York. Conditions change hour to hour - view the live forecast for your departure date.

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Turbulence on the ADD → JFK route

Jet-stream exposure on this corridor is significant. Long mid-latitude legs mean clear-air turbulence is the dominant source of bumps, typically encountered at cruise altitude. Westbound aircraft typically fly against the prevailing winds, adding flight time. Captains often pick altitudes that avoid the strongest headwinds, which can also mean picking cleaner-air altitudes.

Calmest season: Late spring to early autumn (May-September). The oceanic track sees its strongest jet-stream activity in the northern winter (Nov-Mar), when winds aloft are fastest and clear-air turbulence is more frequent.

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Frequently asked questions

Is ET500 usually a bumpy flight?

Ethiopian Airlines ET500 operates between ADD and JFK. Whether it’s bumpy depends on the day’s weather - Turbcast pulls live NOAA aviation-grade data so you can check the actual forecast for your departure date rather than relying on averages.

What aircraft does ET500 use?

ET500 is typically operated by the A359. Aircraft swaps happen - confirm with your booking before flying.

How long is the ADD to JFK flight?

Approximately 13h 31m direct, covering 11,200 km at a typical cruise of FL410.

When does ET500 have the smoothest weather?

Historically calmest during Late spring to early autumn (May-September). Forecast accuracy improves as you get closer to departure - within 48 hours the NOAA WAFS model is at peak skill.