Travelling from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Antananarivo Airport (TNR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
Addis Ababa and Antananarivo are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Each week, there are 12 Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 08:55 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:45 with Ethiopian Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ADD to TNR flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Antananarivo (and then discovering more of Madagascar!) is easy with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
Ethiopian Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for ADD to TNR flights, with 85.42% of services arriving as scheduled.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a top stopover on the ADD to TNR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Antananarivo Airport (TNR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport flight is Rs113,861. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs161,406. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ADD to TNR, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
60% of flights that depart Addis Ababa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Addis Ababa Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ADD? If you're boarding an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Antananarivo Airport (TNR)
If you're coming in on a late Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near TNR:
Travel where the road takes you with a Antananarivo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore parts of Antananarivo that don't always get the spotlight.
Booking your vehicle from Antananarivo Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Antananarivo Airport (TNR) to central Antananarivo
Antananarivo Airport to the centre of Antananarivo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Antananarivo Airport (TNR)
The quietest month for a flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Antananarivo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Antananarivo Airport, consider the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Antananarivo, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ADD to TNR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Madagascar
Antsirabe is just one of the many cities in Madagascar waiting to be explored once you've seen Antananarivo. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Our Lady of La Salette, Cathedral and Old Train Station.
Fianarantsoa is another must-experience destination in Madagascar and is around 290 kilometres south of Antananarivo. No trip is complete without dropping by Natural pool, Jardin Botanique Anosy and Cattedrale Di Ambozontany.