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$284+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ADD
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole are usually found in March or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Addis Ababa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Addis Ababa (ADD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$445
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$284
(Air Arabia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$487

Good round-trip deal

$562 or less

Good one-way deal

$529 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Addis Ababa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:35 pmIST - ADD
1 stop8h 35mEgyptair
Thu 5/224:10 amADD - IST
1 stop22h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 4/29$445
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/153:25 pmIST - ADD
1 stop12h 55mSAUDIA
Wed 5/213:35 amADD - IST
2 stops17h 35mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$526
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:10 pmIST - ADD
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/211:10 amADD - IST
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$566
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:15 pmIST - ADD
Nonstop5h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/712:05 amADD - IST
Nonstop5h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$577
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/101:45 pmIST - ADD
1 stop10h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 5/121:50 amADD - IST
1 stop16h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$580
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/158:00 amIST - ADD
Nonstop5h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/223:25 pmADD - IST
Nonstop5h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$647
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/52:10 amIST - ADD
1 stop11h 35mEmirates
Mon 5/124:00 pmADD - IST
1 stop22h 25mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$673
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/155:05 pmIST - ADD
2 stops16h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 5/227:50 pmADD - IST
2 stops44h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,249
This Pakistan International Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Pakistan International Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:40 amIST - ADD
2 stops19h 55mPakistan International Airlines
Thu 5/2210:30 amADD - IST
2 stops47h 15mPakistan International Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,353
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/135:55 pmIST - ADD
1 stop12h 00mLufthansa
Sun 6/812:05 amADD - IST
1 stop21h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$1,707
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flydubai is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/52:10 amIST - ADD
1 stop40h 50mflydubai
Mon 5/124:55 amADD - IST
1 stop36h 30mflydubai
Deal found 4/29$2,900

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Addis Ababa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Thu 5/15

6:35 pm-3:10 am

1 stop8h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 5/22

4:10 am-2:50 am

1 stop22h 40m

$445

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Thu 5/15

3:25 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 5/21

3:35 am-9:10 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$526

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Thu 5/15

2:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 5/21

1:10 am-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$566

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Sat 5/10

6:15 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 5/12

12:45 am-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 45m

$578

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Sat 5/10

1:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 5/12

1:50 am-6:35 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$580

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Thu 5/15

8:00 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 5/22

3:25 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$647

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Mon 5/12

2:10 am-1:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 6/9

4:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$676

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Thu 5/15

5:05 pm-9:20 am

2 stops16h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 5/22

7:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops44h 30m

$1,249

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Wed 5/14

12:40 am-8:35 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 5/22

10:30 am-9:45 am

2 stops47h 15m

$1,353

IstanbulAddis Ababa

IST - ADD

ISTADD

Istanbul

Tue 5/13

5:55 pm-5:55 am

1 stop12h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 6/8

12:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,707

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Addis Ababa in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Addis Ababa flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Addis Ababa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Addis Ababa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Addis Ababa flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Addis Ababa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Addis Ababa from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa (average of $988). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to ADD?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Addis Ababa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Addis Ababa ranges from 0.4 - 11.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Addis Ababa when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Addis Ababa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Addis Ababa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Addis Ababa. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to Addis Ababa, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Air Arabia and Qatar Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
47 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
611 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Addis Ababa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Addis Ababa from Istanbul?

    Most people fly into Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) if they book a flight to Addis Ababa from Istanbul. On average, Bole has 2 inbound flights from Istanbul per day from 5 airlines. Addis Ababa Bole is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Addis Ababa’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa round-trip from $445. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SAUDIA, from $526, and Turkish Airlines, from $578. Egyptair is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Arabia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $284. Turkish Airlines flights start at $472 while deals on flydubai start at $529 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa on time: Turkish Airlines (87%), Royal Air Maroc (83%), Ethiopian Air (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa?

    On average you can expect to pay $591 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa. The cheapest flight overall is $329 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Addis Ababa Bole) is currently priced at $413.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Addis Ababa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Addis Ababa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa (average of $988). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Addis Ababa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Addis Ababa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
flynasCheapest$312Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$400Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
EgyptairCheapest$457Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$459Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$486Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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