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$236+ Cheap flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Istanbul (IST)

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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADD — IST
ago. 30 — sep. 61
sáb. 8/30
sáb. 9/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Addis Ababa Bole to Istanbul are usually found in November or September, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Addis Ababa to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Istanbul (IST). 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 agosto 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$365
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$236
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$589

Good round-trip deal

$581 or less

Good one-way deal

$462 or less
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Cheapest flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 25, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
lun. 10/63:35 amADD - IST
1 stop13h 35mSAUDIA
mar. 10/143:25 pmIST - ADD
1 stop12h 55mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/23$365
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/83:35 amADD - IST
1 stop17h 35mSAUDIA
vie. 10/173:25 pmIST - ADD
1 stop10h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/22$393
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/155:50 amADD - IST
1 stop11h 20mSAUDIA
jue. 10/1611:55 amIST - ADD
1 stop16h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/22$403
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/83:35 amADD - IST
1 stop13h 35mSAUDIA
jue. 10/1611:55 amIST - ADD
1 stop16h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/22$404
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
vie. 9/265:50 amADD - IST
1 stop10h 50mSAUDIA
dom. 9/2810:25 pmIST - ADD
1 stop27h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/25$456
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/175:50 amADD - IST
1 stop11h 20mSAUDIA
mié. 9/243:25 pmIST - ADD
1 stop10h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/24$464
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/91:55 pmADD - IST
1 stop16h 20mEtihad Airways
vie. 10/172:10 pmIST - ADD
1 stop22h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/22$474
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/103:35 amADD - IST
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/192:10 pmIST - ADD
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/22$477
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/83:35 amADD - IST
1 stop17h 35mSAUDIA
dom. 10/194:25 pmIST - ADD
1 stop14h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 8/22$493
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
lun. 10/612:45 amADD - IST
Nonstop5h 45mTurkish Airlines
mar. 10/146:15 pmIST - ADD
Nonstop5h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/23$501
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
jue. 9/251:20 amADD - IST
1 stop15h 50mAir Arabia
dom. 9/282:10 pmIST - ADD
1 stop10h 20mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/25$506

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

lun. 10/6

3:35 am-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Istanbul

mar. 10/14

3:25 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 55m

$365

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

mié. 10/15

5:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

lun. 10/20

3:25 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 40m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

dom. 10/12

5:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

vie. 10/17

3:25 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 40m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

lun. 10/13

3:35 am-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Istanbul

vie. 10/17

3:25 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 40m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

vie. 10/10

3:35 am-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Istanbul

lun. 10/20

11:55 am-2:05 am

1 stop14h 10m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

dom. 10/12

5:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 10/21

3:25 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 55m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

mié. 10/15

5:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 10/21

3:25 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 55m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

mié. 10/8

3:35 am-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Istanbul

vie. 10/17

3:25 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 40m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

dom. 10/12

5:50 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Istanbul

lun. 10/20

3:25 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 40m

$393

Addis AbabaIstanbul

ADD - IST

ADDIST

Addis Ababa Bole

lun. 10/13

3:35 am-1:45 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Istanbul

lun. 10/20

11:55 am-2:05 am

1 stop14h 10m

$393

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The best insider tips for Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport flights

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Ethiopian Air

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Best time to book a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Addis Ababa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 ADD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 25, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated agosto 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SAUDIA, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,953 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
841 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
flynas
6.8
Okay
95 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
363 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
625 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. 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 from for flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul?

    Located just 4.8 mi from the city center, Addis Ababa Bole is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Addis Ababa. Booking flights from Bole (ADD) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport?

    SAUDIA can get you from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport in just under 13h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport is about 2313 mi.

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

    According to our current data, flynas ($198), SAUDIA ($388), and Turkish Airlines ($395) offers the cheapest pricing from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport are Royal Air Maroc (65%), Turkish Airlines (54%) and Ethiopian Air (48%).

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

    While on average a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport is generally $732, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $416. When looking at the most popular route, (Addis Ababa Bole - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $444 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Addis Ababa to Istanbul 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 Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 Addis Ababa to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. 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 agosto 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
flynasCheapest$198Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$388Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$395Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$452Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EgyptairCheapest$510Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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