Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Addis Ababa is one hour behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
There are 14 Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights every week.
To ensure you catch your AUH to ADD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Etihad Airways has direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Addis Ababa — and maybe even more of Ethiopia if your schedule allows.
Etihad Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to ADD flights. A reliable 81.15% of its services on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between AUH and ADD:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
$332 is currently the best price for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. A return flight starts at $514. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from AUH to ADD, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
75% of flights that leave from Zayed International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near AUH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Consider booking a hotel close to ADD if you're catching a late Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Addis Ababa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion to explore parts of Addis Ababa that don't always get the spotlight.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Addis Ababa Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
From Addis Ababa Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to ADD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many places in Ethiopia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.
Any journey through Ethiopia should include a visit to Nazrēt. Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa.
