Cheap Flights from Geneva (GVA) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,013. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Addis Ababa

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

Direct flights from Geneva to Addis Ababa

Geneva to Addis Ababa: Alternative routes

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

Geneva to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$960
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time6 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineRwandAir
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Geneva to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Geneva to Addis Ababa is $960. 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 46 minutes is the average flight time from Geneva to Addis Ababa.
RwandAir and Ethiopian Airlines fly direct from Geneva to Addis Ababa.
As of June 2026, there are 34 flights per week flying from Geneva to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Addis Ababa is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 46 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.

Flying from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know

  • Around 6 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.

  • Addis Ababa is two hours ahead of Geneva and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Take your pick of six weekly Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights. The 21:05 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest flight available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:15.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your GVA to ADD flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Addis Ababa (and perhaps some other great parts of Ethiopia!). Browse the direct flights from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.

  • With a dependable 89.13% of services arriving as planned, Ethiopian Airlines has the best on-time record for GVA to ADD flights.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between GVA and ADD include:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Jeddah Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight is $502. A round-trip fare right now is $960. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from GVA to ADD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Picking up cheap flights from GVA to ADD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Geneva Airport (GVA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Geneva Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Geneva Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Geneva. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near GVA. Whether you have an early flight from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:

  • Venture beyond Addis Ababa and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Addis Ababa Airport rental car from Green Motion.

  • Reserving your ride from Addis Ababa Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

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

  • Addis Ababa Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Addis Ababa in March.

  • Book your flight from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport for March if you want to go to Addis Ababa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

  • November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GVA 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 cities in Ethiopia waiting to be explored once you've seen 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.

  • Next up? Make your way to Nazrēt. It's about 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa and is home to highlights including Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.

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