Cheap Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

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Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $835. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa

Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Addis Ababa.

Frankfurt to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$835
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time6 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa is $835. 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.
6 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa.
Lufthansa, Ethiopian Airlines and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa.
As of July 2026, there are 44 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Addis Ababa is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 50 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 Addis Ababa 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 Addis Ababa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Addis Ababa.

Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 50 minutes.

  • Addis Ababa is two hours ahead of Frankfurt and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Flights from FRA to ADD start from 21:35 — the earliest with Ethiopian Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:05 with Ethiopian Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your FRA to ADD flight.

  • During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Travelling to Addis Ababa (and then exploring more of Ethiopia!) is a snap with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.

  • Ethiopian Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • With 65.0% of its services arriving as planned, Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering FRA to ADD flights.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between FRA and ADD include:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Jeddah Airport

    • Athens International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight is $520. A return plane ticket right now is $835. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FRA to ADD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from FRA to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

  • Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to FRA:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:

  • Grab a Addis Ababa Airport rental car and discover parts of Addis Ababa that aren't in every guidebook. Browse the options available from Green Motion.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Addis Ababa Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa

  • Addis Ababa Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Addis Ababa. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Addis Ababa in March.

  • The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from FRA to ADD in November if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

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, its best attractions include Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.

  • Any trip through Ethiopia should include a visit to Nazrēt. Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument are among the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa.

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