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Flight deals from Addis Ababa to Zayed International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $660. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.$511 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $511, select.
Abu Dhabi.$512 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $512, select.
Abu Dhabi.$605 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $605, select.
Abu Dhabi.$623 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zayed International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $623, select.
Abu Dhabi.$660 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $660, select.
Abu Dhabi.$668 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.
Abu Dhabi.$748 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $748, select.
Abu Dhabi.$749 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $749, select.
Abu Dhabi.$750 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $750, select.
Abu Dhabi.$751 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Addis Ababa to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Direct flights from Addis Ababa to Zayed International

Addis Ababa to Zayed International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Addis Ababa to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Zayed International

18km from central Abu Dhabi
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

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Addis Ababa to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$511
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Addis Ababa to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Addis Ababa to Zayed International is $511. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Addis Ababa to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Addis Ababa to Zayed International.
As of July 2026, there are 37 flights per week flying from Addis Ababa to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Zayed International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport on Saturday, 25 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.

  • Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi one hour ahead of Addis Ababa.

  • You can take your pick of 14 weekly Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your ADD to AUH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Etihad Airways is your ticket to exploring Abu Dhabi (and perhaps some other great parts of the United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.

  • Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers ADD to AUH flights, with 77.69% of its services landing on time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ADD and AUH:

    • Jeddah Airport

    • Riyadh Airport

    • Kuwait Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • $269 is the lowest price for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Return flights start from $511. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ADD to AUH.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ADD to AUH.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport.

Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • When it comes to Addis Ababa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ADD. Whether you have an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)

When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Abu Dhabi. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • When booking your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Zayed International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ADD to AUH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are key highlights.

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