On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Addis Ababa to Dessie. The shortest flight distance between the cities is 253 km, and flight frequency reaches about 6 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by ET. To find the best deal, use the price dynamics chart and check in advance how to get to the airport in Addis Ababa and how to book a transfer from Dessie Airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Addis Ababa — Dessie by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 444 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 462 in F. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Addis Ababa → Dessie, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 693 | high | May | AED 558 | low | Sep | AED 553 | low |
| Feb | AED 621 | medium | Jun | AED 544 | low | Oct | AED 597 | medium |
| Mar | AED 602 | medium | Jul | AED 582 | medium | Nov | AED 616 | medium |
| Apr | AED 650 | high | Aug | AED 664 | high | Dec | AED 712 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Dessie is June, when temperatures reach up to 25.1°C, while the wettest is August, with rainfall exceeding 200 mm. Minimum temperatures of around 8–9°C are observed in December and January, which are also the driest months of the year.
The best deals are recorded for December and January, when ticket prices start AED 444. In August, prices reach their peak and start AED 467.
The ideal time for a trip is between October and December: the weather is dry during this period, and prices remain at around AED 444. It’s best to avoid the heavy rainy season in July and August, as it can make transfers more difficult.
Regular air service on this route is provided by Ethiopian Airlines (ET), which operates about 6 flights per week. The route consists mainly of direct flights, allowing you to cover the 253 km distance as quickly as possible. A detailed schedule by day of the week and available fare options are presented in the interactive list below.
Flights Addis Ababa — Dessie depart from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and arrive at Combolcha. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is approximately 253 km, so the actual flight time usually does not exceed 45–60 minutes.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Addis Ababa to Dessie is Ethiopian Airlines (ET).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, making air travel the fastest way to move between the cities.
Ticket prices change constantly. Currently, the minimum recorded cost starts from 9,221 ₽. Check the price calendar for current offers.
Flights from the capital arrive at the airport in Dessie (DSE), Ethiopia.
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