Flying from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
Addis Ababa is two hours ahead of Vienna and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from VIE to ADD start from 22:05 — the earliest with Ethiopian Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:30 with Ethiopian Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your VIE to ADD flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights from Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Addis Ababa — and maybe even more of Ethiopia if you have time.
Ethiopian Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a dependable 91.67% of services landing on schedule, Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier for VIE to ADD flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight is Rs93,837. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs162,073. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VIE to ADD.
The cheapest month for flights from Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from VIE land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Vienna to Vienna Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near VIE? If you're boarding an early flight from Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Reserve a hotel close to ADD if you're taking a late Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Start your adventure sooner with a Addis Ababa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion to explore parts of Addis Ababa that most tourists miss.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Addis Ababa Airport around two weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Vienna Airport to Addis Ababa Airport for March if you'd like to go to Addis Ababa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to ADD in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ethiopia you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, a trip to Dire Dawa will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.
Next? Head for Nazrēt. It's roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa and is known for highlights including Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.