Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is 5 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Athens.
Choose from five weekly Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest you can take. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 08:10.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to ADD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Addis Ababa — and maybe even more of Ethiopia if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Among carriers operating ATH to ADD flights, Ethiopian Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and ADD:
Cairo Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
Beirut Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Currently, Rs78,138 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs148,534. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to ADD, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the flights that depart from Athens International Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
To get to Athens International Airport from central Athens, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Book a hotel close to ADD if you're catching a late Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Addis Ababa and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Addis Ababa Airport rental car from Green Motion.
Booking your vehicle from Addis Ababa Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Airport to the centre of Addis Ababa has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Addis Ababa in March.
Book your flight from Athens International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport for March if you'd like to visit Addis Ababa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ethiopia just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, a trip to Dire Dawa will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.
Set out 80 kilometres south-east from Addis Ababa and you'll reach Nazrēt, another favourite stop in Ethiopia. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.