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Flying to Ethiopia

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest plane ticket foundAED 983
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 9 mins
Possible destinations21
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week80

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Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to Ethiopia? It looks like May is currently the cheapest time to fly.

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Frequently asked questions

Ethiopian Airlines, PIA, SriLankan Airlines, ASKY Airlines, Singapore Airlines, flydubai, Qantas and Air Canada all fly non-stop to Ethiopia.
We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to Ethiopia is currently May.
Yes – some airlines fly direct to Ethiopia. You'll most likely fly non-stop to Addis Ababa.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Ethiopia is AED 983. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest city to fly into is Addis Ababa, and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Addis Ababa.
The cheapest airport in Ethiopia is Addis Ababa – we've found flights from AED 983.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Ethiopia is Thursday, May 9, 2024, to Addis Ababa Airport.

Discover Ethiopia

Reasons To Visit Ethiopia

Situated along the Horn of Africa, Ethiopia has a long and interesting history and is full of exciting possibilities for travelers. Many of the most rewarding opportunities in Ethiopia are in its great outdoors, renowned as one of the most spectacular landscapes on the continent. There are many active pursuits available for adventurous travelers such as trekking through the mountains or going on an excursion at a national park, or if you are in the south of Ethiopia you may consider taking a cultural tour to visit local tribes or do a bit of wildlife spotting. The capital Addis Ababa is a historic city home to many of the country’s finest heritage and cultural sights. Some of the best landmarks in the city include the stunning Grand Anwar Mosque or the Holy Trinity Cathedral, while the city also offers plenty in terms of shops and restaurants to keep the contemporary traveler happy.

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for hotels in Ethiopia for every budget

Arriving In Ethiopia

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is the primary airport serving Ethiopia situated just 6 km away from the capital. Made up of two passenger terminals, with international flights are handled at Terminal 2 which offers all of the basic amenities you would need including a café, restaurants and a few shops. If you are looking to book flights from the UAE to Ethiopia, it is possible to catch direct flights from Dubai to Addis Ababa. There are currently three airlines operating on this route – Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines and flydubai – with all flights departing from Dubai International Airport.

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Ethiopia Travel Information

If you are looking to travel to Ethiopia as a UAE national, you will have to apply for a visa in advance before your journey. In Ethiopia you can expect relatively warm temperatures for most of the year, with rainfall depending on where you are visiting. For example, in the capital Addis Ababa there is a rainy season from June to September, while the dry season between October to February is when most people visit. Make sure you change your clocks to local time when you have landed as Ethiopia is one hour behind the UAE.

* This information is correct as of December 2017


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