Cheap Flights to Addis Ababa

How long is the flight to Addis Ababa?

There are several major airports in Canada from which you can find flights to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. From Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, some flights depart from Ottawa/Macdonald–Cartier International Airport (YOW) that can take anywhere from about 18h to roughly 34h 55min. From the populous city of Toronto, flights bound for Addis Ababa departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) range between about 13h and 28h 25min. Montréal’s Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) also offers flights, and you can expect them to take anywhere from about 18h to around 29h 45min.

Are there nonstop flights to Addis Ababa?

There are a small number of flights from Canada that operate direct service to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Ethiopia (ADD), and they all depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Other airports offer flights that provide service to Addis Ababa, but they typically have routes that will include between one and two layovers. Flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG), as well as from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Ottawa/Macdonald–Cartier International Airport (YOW) all have one-to-two stop options. Single-stop flights will layover in Toronto, Frankfurt, Istanbul, Paris, or London. Two-stop flights will include a combination of those cities, or stop in one of those cities, and then in Cairo before landing in Addis Ababa.

How do you get from Addis Ababa airport to the city center?

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is just a few miles to the east of the center of the city, which means it’s just a short trek to get downtown. Directly outside of the airport, there are several blue and white taxis. The smaller vehicles are private taxi options, whereas the larger vehicles operate as minibusses with designated routes. These journeys can take anywhere from about 15min to 30min.

What are some things to do in Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is a dynamic city that has much to offer travelers. Those who enjoy outdoor adventure will want to head to the top of Entoto Mountain, which casts a long shadow over the city. From the peak of the mountain, you can catch beautiful vignettes of hillsides and the bustling city below. If you’re a foodie and have sought out an Addis Ababa flight deal so that you can savor the rich flavors of East Africa, then you’ll have much to enjoy at Yod Abyssinia Traditional Restaurant, located in the Bole area. There is often traditional dancing to accompany dinner. For a holistic understanding of the country’s ancient and dynamic history, take some time to explore the National Museum of Ethiopia.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Addis Ababa?

All Canadian citizens planning a trip to Ethiopia must obtain a visa before departure. Visas are good for 30 days and are single entry. The processing fee for the visa is around C$ 155, while the supplementary biometric fee is about C$ 85. Additionally, you must have a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of entry and the passport must have blank pages available for the visa.