AirArabia
G9-739
01:15
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
12H :05 M
1 Stop
SHJ
· 2h 40m Sharjah (SHJ), United Arab Emirates
13:20
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
ADD to IST
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Lowest fareETB53,716AirArabia
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FlyDubai
FZ-642
05:00
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
12H :35 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 2h 55m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
17:35
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
FlyDubai
FZ-642
05:00
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
19H :50 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 10h 10m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
00:50
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
FlyDubai
FZ-642
05:00
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
32H :20 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 22h 50m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
13:20
2026-10-27
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
FlyDubai
FZ-648
20:35
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
16H :45 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 7h 15m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
13:20
2026-10-27
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
FlyDubai
FZ-648
20:35
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
21H :00 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 11h 20m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
17:35
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
FlyDubai
FZ-648
20:35
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
28H :15 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 18h 35m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
00:50
2026-10-28
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Etihad Airways
EY-728
14:05
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
22H :45 M
1 Stop
AUH
· 13h 20m Abu Dhabi (AUH), United Arab Emirates
12:50
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Etihad Airways
EY-6336
21:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
15H :00 M
1 Stop
AUH
· 5h 35m Abu Dhabi (AUH), United Arab Emirates
12:50
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Egyptair
MS-852
04:05
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
13H :45 M
1 Stop
CAI
· 7h 15m Cairo (CAI), Egypt
17:50
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Egyptair
MS-852
04:05
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
8H :55 M
1 Stop
CAI
· 2h 25m Cairo (CAI), Egypt
13:00
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Egyptair
MS-852
04:05
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
22H :45 M
1 Stop
CAI
· 16h 15m Cairo (CAI), Egypt
02:50
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Emirates Airlines
EK-724
14:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
22H :30 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 13h 10m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
13:20
2026-10-27
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
Emirates Airlines
EK-724
14:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
23H :20 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 14h 00m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
14:10
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Emirates Airlines
EK-724
14:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
26H :45 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 17h 15m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
17:35
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Emirates Airlines
EK-724
14:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
27H :40 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 18h 20m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
18:30
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Emirates Airlines
EK-724
14:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
31H :05 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 21h 45m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
21:55
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Emirates Airlines
EK-724
14:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
16H :40 M
1 Stop
DXB
· 7h 25m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
07:30
2026-10-27
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
Turkish Airlines
TK-677
00:50
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
6H :00 M
Non Stop
06:50
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Saudia
SV-6962
22:35
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
16H :10 M
1 Stop
RUH
· 8h 15m Riyadh (RUH), Saudi Arabia
14:45
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Qatar Airways
QR-4608
10:20
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
20H :40 M
2 Stops
NBO
· 4h 30m Nairobi (NBO), Kenya
DOH
· 4h 40m Doha (DOH), Qatar
07:00
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Qatar Airways
QR-4608
10:20
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
26H :00 M
2 Stops
NBO
· 4h 30m Nairobi (NBO), Kenya
DOH
· 10h 00m Doha (DOH), Qatar
12:20
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
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Qatar Airways
QR-4608
10:20
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
32H :20 M
2 Stops
NBO
· 13h 05m Nairobi (NBO), Kenya
DOH
· 7h 45m Doha (DOH), Qatar
18:40
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Turkish Airlines
TK-8870
23:10
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
5H :50 M
Non Stop
05:00
2026-10-27
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Saudia
SV-6960
00:10
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
13H :35 M
1 Stop
JED
· 7h 00m Jeddah (JED), Saudi Arabia
13:45
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
Saudia
SV-6960
00:10
2026-10-26
Addis Ababa (ADD)Bole
17H :15 M
1 Stop
JED
· 10h 40m Jeddah (JED), Saudi Arabia
17:25
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Mon, 26 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare
ETB 53,716
AirArabia
01:15
Earliest departure
ETB 119,516
Saudia
00:10
Shortest duration
ETB 111,554
Turkish Airlines
23:10
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Holidays and peak dates for Istanbul
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
- 29OctCumhuriyet BayramıThursday
- 01JanYılbaşıFriday
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How to travel Addis Ababa to Istanbul
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Non-stop flight Fastest₹56,3655h 50m3 flights
Connecting flight₹31,771Longer, includes a stop37 options
Air distance is about 3,725 km. 12 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul
Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.
Egyptair Flights
- Fares from
- ETB 77,564
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 7 in the list above
FlyDubai Flights
- Fares from
- ETB 61,449
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 6 in the list above
Emirates Airlines Flights
- Fares from
- ETB 81,787
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 6 in the list above
Saudia Flights
- Fares from
- ETB 105,004
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 4 in the list above
Qatar Airways Flights
- Fares from
- ETB 105,877
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 3 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
| Fastest flight duration | 5h 50m · Turkish Airlines |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 00:10 · Saudia |
| Last departure of the day | 23:30 · South African Airways |
| Flight options found | 40 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 3 |
| Airport codes | Addis Ababa–ADD, Istanbul–IST |
Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.
Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 40 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 00:10 and the last around 23:30. The fastest flight takes about 5h 50m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Night from ETB 53,716, Evening from ETB 61,449, Afternoon from ETB 67,482, Morning from ETB 105,877. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa spreads across a high plateau, so even a short walk can feel different from one at sea level. The National Museum introduces Ethiopia’s archaeological record, while the Ethnological Museum sits within the former imperial palace grounds. Mercato and Shiro Meda offer contrasting market visits, and Entoto gives wider views over the capital. Travellers from India often arrive on flights that connect onward across Africa, but the city deserves a planned stop rather than only an airport transfer.
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What's new in Addis Ababa
- December 2025: Ethiopian Airlines opened a new premium lounge at Bole Airport, adding facilities for passengers eligible for lounge access.
- May 2026: Adwa Business and Transport Terminal opened in Piazza, creating a new transport and commercial facility in the historic centre.
Tips for travellers from India
Bole is convenient for an airport-focused overnight stay, while Piazza places the older central streets closer. The National Museum and the Ethnological Museum need separate visits, with the latter situated within former palace grounds. Mercato is a large trading district, not a compact museum forecourt, so it deserves a planned route rather than a quick stop with airport luggage.
Entoto is above the city and makes a distinct uphill excursion. A first day after arrival can instead stay with the museum district before adding higher viewpoints. Shiro Meda is a useful focus for textiles and fits a different shopping purpose from Mercato’s broader trading activity. If an Ethiopian Airlines connection includes hotel accommodation, use the carrier’s actual transfer arrangement rather than booking an unrelated city ride. Bole’s international and domestic operations can require different departure formalities, making the onward flight type important for the return. The city’s altitude also makes a museum-led first day a gentler introduction than immediately combining long market walks with an Entoto excursion.
Best time to visit Addis Ababa
October to February, roughly 9–24°C, for generally drier walks.
Places to visit in Addis Ababa
National Museum of EthiopiaEthnological MuseumEntoto ParkMercatoShiro MedaUnity Park
How to reach Addis Ababa
By Air: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is about 6 km from central districts; a road transfer often takes 20–45 minutes. Taxis and hotel vehicles serve the airport.
By Rail: The Addis Ababa light rail serves city corridors, though an airport transfer still needs a road connection.
By Road: City buses, taxis and hired cars connect Bole with central districts; intercity buses leave from city terminals.
What to do in Addis Ababa
See archaeological exhibits at the National Museum of Ethiopia.
Explore the Ethnological Museum grounds.
Browse textiles at Shiro Meda.
Take in city views from Entoto Park.
Addis Ababa airport information
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). Terminal 2 handles international flights, including Ethiopian Airlines services to and from India. Terminal 1 serves domestic flights, so a connection within Ethiopia may require a terminal change.
About Istanbul
Istanbul’s geography shapes every visit. Sultanahmet holds Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque within walking distance, while the Grand Bazaar is a separate trading maze nearby. Ferries across the Bosphorus reveal how the European and Asian shores fit together. Travellers from India may arrive for a city break or connect onwards, but a short stop still needs realistic transfer time: Istanbul Airport is northwest of the historic centre, and traffic can slow road routes sharply.
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Tips for travellers from India
Sultanahmet is the most direct base for Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and nearby historic streets. A stay near Taksim instead favours the northern side of the central European districts, while Kadıköy provides an Asian-shore base reached by ferry or rail. Istanbul Airport is northwest of these areas; Sabiha Gökçen is a separate airport on the Asian side. A connection involving both needs a cross-city transfer.
The airport metro connects through Gayrettepe, where onward city rail serves other districts. In June 2026, the final Halkalı–Arnavutköy section opened, extending the airport railway towards Halkalı and giving passengers another western connection. Choose the interchange for the final hotel rather than assuming the airport train runs directly to Sultanahmet. The Grand Bazaar fits into a historic-peninsula day, while a Bosphorus ferry ride can be planned around an actual destination on the opposite shore. A scheduled public ferry and a sightseeing cruise offer different routes and ticket arrangements. The Blue Mosque is an active place of worship, so visitor access is organised around prayers; Hagia Sophia has separate visitor arrangements. Grouping these sites geographically still requires treating each entrance as a distinct visit. For an early flight, compare the first airport transport departure with the check-in time.
Best time to visit Istanbul
April to May or September to October, around 11–25°C, for walking and ferries.
Places to visit in Istanbul
Hagia SophiaBlue MosqueGrand BazaarTopkapı PalaceGalata TowerBosphorus ferries
How to reach Istanbul
By Air: Istanbul Airport (IST) is about 35 km northwest of the centre; metro to Gayrettepe takes roughly 30 minutes, followed by onward travel. Airport buses and taxis serve city districts.
By Rail: Gayrettepe connects the M11 airport metro with the wider metro network; Sirkeci is useful for historic peninsula travel.
By Road: Havaist airport buses serve major districts; intercity coaches use large terminals on both sides of the city.
What to do in Istanbul
Visit Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet.
Browse the covered lanes of the Grand Bazaar.
Take a public ferry across the Bosphorus.
Explore the courtyards of Topkapı Palace.
Istanbul airport information
Istanbul Airport (IST).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Addis Ababa to Istanbul flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Addis Ababa to Istanbul dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at ETB 53,716. This can change from week to week.
How far is Addis Ababa from Istanbul by air?
The direct air distance between Addis Ababa (ADD) and Istanbul (IST) is about 3,725 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from ADD to IST?
Yes. 3 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Addis Ababa to Istanbul?
Egyptair, FlyDubai, Emirates Airlines, Saudia and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul?
The quickest non-stop Addis Ababa to Istanbul flight on this page takes about 5h 50m. Non-stop flights here take between 5h 50m and 6h. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Addis Ababa to Istanbul flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 40 KG, 2 Pieces and 23KG (23 KG X 1 pcs). Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Addis Ababa to Istanbul flight fare?
The lowest Addis Ababa to Istanbul fare on this page is ETB 53,716. Fares on the same dates run up to ETB 554,249, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Addis Ababa to Istanbul flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 00:10 and the last around 23:30, local time at Addis Ababa. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Check the airport codes ADD–IST, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
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Approx route distance: 3,724.85 km.
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Lowest Addis Ababa to Istanbul airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | ETB 53,716 | 26/10/2026 | AirArabia | 01:15 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | ETB 52,642 | 03/11/2026 | AirArabia | 01:15 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | ETB 51,030 | 02/01/2027 | AirArabia | 01:15 |
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Addis Ababa to Istanbul Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Addis Ababa and Istanbul is about 3,725 KM. In these results, journey times range from 5h 50m to 35h 5m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Addis Ababa to Istanbul Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 40 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first departure from Addis Ababa is at 00:10 and the last is at 23:30. Flights leave from Bole and land at Ataturk.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Addis Ababa to Istanbul |
| Aerial Distance | 3,725 KM |
| Flight Duration | 5h 50m - 35h 5m |
| Airport Codes | Addis Ababa - ADD, Istanbul - IST |
| Total Flights Available | 40 flights3 direct37 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 00:10 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 23:30 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 16 flights1 direct15 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 8 flights0 direct8 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 7 flights0 direct7 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | No flights in this time slot |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 9 flights2 direct7 with layovers |
Airport Information & Terminals
ADD: Addis Ababa airport. Airport access in Addis Ababa depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
IST: Istanbul airport system. Istanbul can mean the main Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen. They sit on different sides of the city, so airport choice can change transfer time completely. Match the airport to Sultanahmet, Taksim, Kadikoy or your business area.
IST: Istanbul airport system. Istanbul can mean the main Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen. They sit on different sides of the city, so airport choice can change transfer time completely. Match the airport to Sultanahmet, Taksim, Kadikoy or your business area.
