Cheap flights to Addis Ababa
60 cities have regular scheduled flights to Addis Ababa (ADD). 42 airlines fly to the city, from major international carriers to budget low-cost options. Most flights depart from Dubai, Johannesburg, Entebbe, Nairobi, Jeddah. Compare fares, choose the best option and book your tickets online at the best price. Enter your departure city above to find flights and check prices.
Awasa — Addis Ababa
Nekemte — Addis Ababa
Dessie — Addis Ababa
Goba — Addis Ababa
Jimma — Addis Ababa
Medina — Jeddah
Bahir Dar — Addis Ababa
Dammam — Jeddah
Lalibela — Addis Ababa
Jeddah — Addis Ababa
Dire Dawa — Addis Ababa
Arba Minch — Addis Ababa
Popular departure cities to Addis Ababa
United Arab Emirates
South Africa
Uganda
Kenya
Saudi Arabia
Rwanda
Tanzania
Tanzania
Israel
Angola
Turkey
Ethiopia
Zimbabwe
Ghana
Belgium
Somalia
Tanzania
United Arab Emirates
Italy
Jordan
South Africa
United Arab Emirates
Djibouti
India
Nigeria
Egypt
India
Saudi Arabia
Nigeria
Zambia
Kenya
Lebanon
Ethiopia
United States
Qatar
Madagascar (Malagasy)
United Kingdom
Seychelles Islands
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Greece
China
Ethiopia
Ethiopia
United States
Ethiopia
Thailand
Ethiopia
Cameroon, United Republic Of
Ethiopia
Oman Sultanate Of
Namibia
Benin
Central African Republic
Malawi
Chad
Saudi Arabia
France
Canada
Saudi Arabia
KuwaitFlight insights to Addis Ababa
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Addis Ababa — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Addis Ababa come from Dubai, Johannesburg and Entebbe. Dubai leads with around 126 flights a week.
- Dubai126 flights/week
- Johannesburg68 flights/week
- Entebbe56 flights/week
- Nairobi52 flights/week
- Jeddah52 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Addis Ababa depart from United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia and Tanzania. United Arab Emirates alone accounts for about 11% of all direct routes.
- United Arab Emiratesavg $197
- Ethiopiaavg $161
- Tanzaniaavg $436
- Saudi Arabiaavg $134
- South Africaavg $508
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Addis Ababa range from Jeddah at $138 to Nairobi at $426 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Dubaifrom $184
- Johannesburgfrom $403
- Entebbefrom $286
- Nairobifrom $426
- Jeddahfrom $138
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Addis Ababa from right now are Awasa from $104, Dammam from $119 and Dessie from $122.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Addis Ababa is from Washington, D.C. at about 15h 18m, followed by Toronto (15h 14m) and New York City (14h 53m).
- Washington, D.C.15h 18m
- Toronto15h 14m
- New York City14h 53m
- Guangzhou10h 49m
- Bangkok9h 9m
Frequently asked questions
- Which cities have flights to Addis Ababa?
- There are 60+ cities with regular flights to Addis Ababa, from major international hubs to nearby regional airports. Pick your departure city to compare fares and book.
- Where do most flights to Addis Ababa depart from?
- Most travelers fly to Addis Ababa from Dubai, Johannesburg, Entebbe, Nairobi, Jeddah. These routes have the highest flight frequency and passenger traffic, so fares are usually competitive.
- How many airlines fly to Addis Ababa?
- 42 airlines operate flights to Addis Ababa, ranging from major international carriers to budget low-cost airlines. Competition helps keep fares affordable.
- When is the best time to book flights to Addis Ababa?
- For short-haul routes, booking 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices. For long-haul flights, aim for 2–3 months ahead. Prices also drop in off-peak seasons and for midweek departures.
- How to find cheap flights to Addis Ababa?
- Compare offers from multiple airlines, use flexible dates and set up price alerts. Our platform lets you track price trends and choose the best time to buy your tickets.