Ethiopian Airlines is Africa's largest and most connected carrier, operating from its hub at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to over 130 destinations across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. A Star Alliance member, Ethiopian serves as a key gateway for travel to East Africa, West Africa, and the Indian Ocean region. FaresMatch compares Ethiopian fares with all available options to help you find the best routing for your Africa or international trip.
Trending Ethiopian Airlines fares
One-way starting prices on popular Ethiopian routes. Search above for live availability.
Addis AbabaYear-roundIAD → ADDWashington Dulles – Addis Ababa- Flight time
- 13h nonstop
- Airlines
- Ethiopian
$580
NairobiShoulder seasonADD → NBOAddis Ababa – Nairobi- Flight time
- 2h 15m nonstop
- Airlines
- Ethiopian
$180
LagosBook earlyADD → LOSAddis Ababa – Lagos- Flight time
- 5h nonstop
- Airlines
- Ethiopian
$220
JohannesburgFall travelADD → JNBAddis Ababa – Johannesburg- Flight time
- 5h 30m nonstop
- Airlines
- Ethiopian
$280
LondonSpring travelADD → LHRAddis Ababa – London- Flight time
- 8h nonstop
- Airlines
- Ethiopian
$380
BangkokMidweek dealADD → BKKAddis Ababa – Bangkok- Flight time
- 8h 30m nonstop
- Airlines
- Ethiopian
$420
Popular Ethiopian Airlines routes
Addis Ababa to Europe
IAD/EWR → ADD U.S. to Addis Ababa
Ethiopian operates nonstops from Washington Dulles and Newark to Addis Ababa — the main U.S. gateway to East Africa.
ADD → NBO/EBB East Africa connections
Short connections from Addis Ababa to Nairobi, Entebbe, Dar es Salaam, and other East African capitals.
ADD → LOS/ACC West Africa via Addis
Ethiopian connects Addis Ababa to Lagos, Accra, Abidjan, and other West African destinations.
ADD → LHR/FRA Addis Ababa to Europe
Daily nonstops from Addis Ababa to London, Frankfurt, Paris, and other European hubs.
Tips for booking Ethiopian Airlines flights
Ethiopian's Addis Ababa hub offers one of the widest Africa networks of any carrier. If you're traveling to multiple African countries, connecting via ADD often beats routing through European hubs on price and schedule.
Ethiopian is a Star Alliance member — United MileagePlus and other Star Alliance programs earn miles on Ethiopian flights. ShebaMiles (Ethiopian's program) also partners with select credit cards.
December holidays and summer peak season drive up fares on U.S.–Africa routes. Booking 3 to 5 months ahead secures the best prices, especially for Business Class award availability.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ethiopian Airlines fly from the U.S.?
Yes — Ethiopian operates nonstops from Washington Dulles (IAD) and Newark (EWR) to Addis Ababa (ADD). From Addis Ababa, passengers connect to destinations across Africa, Europe, and Asia.
What alliance is Ethiopian Airlines in?
Ethiopian is a Star Alliance member. ShebaMiles earns and redeems on United, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, and other Star Alliance partners.
Do I need a visa for Ethiopia?
Most nationalities can obtain an e-visa online before travel or a visa on arrival at Addis Ababa for tourism. Transit passengers staying under 12 hours may not need a visa — verify current requirements for your nationality before booking.
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