Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa

About Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, the sprawling capital of Ethiopia, comes from a continent, where history traces back to the evolution of human civilization. Moreover, it has the most UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other African country. Despite having so much potential to attract tourists, it often gets overlooked. But if you are booking an Istanbul to Addis Ababa flight, expect to be overblown by its rich cultural diversity, archeological pedigree, wildlife, and natural beauty.

Best Time to Book Istanbul to Addis Ababa Flights

Addis Ababa has a subtropical highland climate, influenced by its altitude. It enjoys a pleasantly cool climate throughout the year. Even the summer months are pleasantly warm enough to call it summer. The months between October and January are the busiests, with all attractions being crowded by tourists. For fewer crowds and affordable hotel prices, plan your trip between May and September.

Details About Istanbul to Addis Ababa Flights

Traveling from Istanbul to Addis Ababa? Flights are the best mode of transport to travel between the two cities. The aerial distance is 3,729 km and a non-stop flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa takes 05 hours and 25 minutes. Major airlines on this route are Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir, Ethiopian Airlines, Saudia, Sichuan Airlines , etc. You can find 57 scheduled flights daily between Istanbul and Addis Ababa.

To avail cheap flight tickets from Istanbul to Addis Ababa, book your seat with EgyptAir at the cost of ETB 15,526 for a one-way trip and ETB 25,127 for a round-trip.

Furthermore, the nearest airports to travel between the two cities are Istanbul Airport and land at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (IST-ADD).

Here are some insights concluding Istanbul to Addis Ababa flights fare:

One-way trip

Airlines	Airlines Name	Price	Action
	EgyptAir	ETB 15,526	Book Now
	Turkish Airlines	ETB 18,529	Book Now
	Saudia	ETB 21,034	Book Now

Round Trip

Airlines	Airlines Name	Price	Action
	EgyptAir	ETB 25,127	Book Now
	Saudia	ETB 27,264	Book Now
	Turkish Airlines	ETB 27,682	Book Now

Best Restaurants in Addis Ababa

Ben Abeba

Ben Abeba is a hilltop restaurant that offers traditional African dishes and even more impressive views of the lush rolling hills. The shepherd’s pie is its signature dish, which is worth every penny. Their home-baked bread and the classic dekuse or awazee,a traditional Ethiopian red chili paste are must haves.

Kategna

Kategna is a popular Ethiopian restaurant, best known for its great ambience, top-notch service, and doro wat, Ethiopian chicken stew. It is appealing to both vegetarians and non-vegetarians and every meal here is an honest tribute to regional culinary delights.

Sishu

Sishu may not be the cheapest but is loved by the patrons for serving the best burgers and sandwiches in town. Its menu is dominated by American food. Their cheesesteak sandwich made with sliced beef grilled with onion and melted cheese is a must try. Their fries are an excellent choice too.

Best Hotels in Addis Ababa

Hilton Addis Ababa

Address –  Menelik II Ave, Addis Ababa 1164, Ethiopia

Price – ETB 12,890

Best Western Plus Pearl Hotel

Address – Cameroon St, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Price – ETB 6,750

Zemilo Hotel Apartment

Address – opposite Millennium hall gate 4 Wereda 03, Addis Ababa 1111, Ethiopia

Price – ETB 4,296

Places to Visit in Addis Ababa

National Museum of Ethiopia

The National Museum of Ethiopia holds Africa’s most important discovery. It contains most precious artistic treasures and local archeological finds, including fossilized remains of early hominids. Lucy, the 3,2 million years old hominid fossil, which was discovered in 1974, is believed to be those of humanity’s oldest existing ancestors.

Merkato

Merkato is the largest outdoor market in Africa, which looks more like a make-shift village than a commercial area. It has more than 7000 businesses, employing an estimated 13,000 people. The entire area remains crowded all day long. From thousands of hawkers to vendors, and shoppers, honking vehicles, and countless herds of livestock can make the visit overwhelming.

Ethnological Museum

It is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Addis Ababa, dedicated to ethnology and culture. It has an extensive collection of anthropological, musicological and cultural objects. The displays are divided into three cycles of human life. Other displays include religious art and traditional musical instruments.

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