Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ethiopia from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ethiopia for around £713 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ethiopia from London for as low as £640 on momondo.

Question 2

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Ethiopia flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 3

How often are flights from London to Ethiopia delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between London and Ethiopia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 128 minutes.

Question 4

Which airlines fly to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

Ethiopian Air, Egyptair and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ethiopia from London according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 68% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Ethiopia. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Ethiopia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 5

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Ethiopia flights?

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According to our data, Ethiopian Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 6

How many flights depart from London to Ethiopia on average per day?

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As of October 2026, there are 3 flights per day flying from London to Ethiopia. The most common time of day flights depart is 21:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 7

What cabin class options are available on London to Ethiopia flights?

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Ethiopia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 8

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

Air Arabia is the most popular carrier operating from London to Ethiopia

Question 9

What is the cheapest London to Ethiopia flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Gatwick to Addis Ababa Bole for the best London - Ethiopia flight prices

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly to Ethiopia?

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If you don’t want to visit Ethiopia in February, then you should wait until March to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £640.

Question 11

How many flights depart from London to Ethiopia on average per week?

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As of October 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from London to Ethiopia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 12

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ethiopia?

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The cheapest day to depart from London to Ethiopia is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Ethiopia on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as £830. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Ethiopia for around £866.

Question 13

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 14

Which airlines fly direct from London to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

You can get direct flights from London to Ethiopia from one London airport: Heathrow Airport (LHR). The direct flights from LHR to Ethiopia are with Ethiopian Air. These journeys go to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) and take about 7h 45min in total. If these flights aren’t convenient, you can choose from a variety of indirect flights too. For instance, you can fly indirect from LHR with Lufthansa, which takes about 9h 25min. This journey requires one change, normally at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). You can also fly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to ADD with Lufthansa, which takes around 9h 40min with a transfer at FRA. London City Airport (LCY) operates a multi-airline flight with British Airways and Ethiopian Air. This takes approximately 10 hours and transfers in Geneva Airport (GVA). Whereas if you want to fly to alternative airports in Ethiopia, flights are more limited. However, you can fly with easyJet and Ethiopian Air from Luton Airport (LTN) to Jigiga Airport (JIJ). This takes 14h 50m and stops at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and ADD. Alternatively you can fly from Stansted Airport (STN) to Makale Airport (MQX). This takes over 24 hours and the operators are Ryanair, Wizz Air and Ethiopian Air. Stopovers for this route are likely in Milan Airport (MXP), Jeddah Airport (JED), and ADD.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Ethiopia?

It’s easy to travel to London airports. You can reach Heathrow Airport (LHR) using the Heathrow Express. This takes about 15 minutes from Paddington Train Station. Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 30 minutes on the Gatwick Express from Victoria Train Station. Stansted Airport (STN) can be reached in around 45 minutes on the Stansted Express from Liverpool Street Train Station. You can get to Luton Airport (LTN) in approximately 40 minutes using the ThamesLink Railway from St Pancras International. Whereas London City Airport (LCY) is reachable in only 10 minutes on the DLR from West Ham. Once you’ve arrived in Ethiopia, the transport connections aren’t quite as good. From Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) you can take a bus from in front of Terminal 2. This takes about 15 minutes in total. Alternatively, you can get a taxi in a similar time. From Jijiga Airport (JIJ) and Makale Airport (MQX) you can also get a taxi to Jijiga and Mek'ele respectively, both journeys taking approximately 25 minutes.

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Ethiopia?

All London airports are modern with great facilities. Heathrow (LHR) tends to be the preferred airport to depart from, as it has more lounges, restaurants and entertainment. Other LON airports have good facilities as well. If you’re leaving from the south of London it might be beneficial to leave from Gatwick (LGW). If departing from the east, then Stansted (STN) or London City Airport (LCY) might be more convenient. Whereas Luton (LTN) is ideal for those departing from the north of the city. In Ethiopia, you will be best off flying to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD), which has many facilities including lounges, eateries and coffee shops. There is also an in-terminal hotel for those that arrive late. Jijiga Airport (JIJ) and Makale Airport (MQX) have less to offer and are smaller airports. You will find there are less flights to and from these terminals, which is reflected in the facilities on offer.

Which cities can you get to from Ethiopia airports?

When you get flights to Ethiopia from London its easy to travel to nearby locations. From Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) you can drive to Holeta or Adama in about 1h 30min,  or Muke Turi in around 2h 30min. If you land at Jijiga Airport (JIJ) you can go by car to Kebri Beyah in around 40 minutes, Fafem in around 1 hour or Chinhahsan in approximately 1 hour. Alternatively, landing at Makale Aiport (MQX) means you can travel to Wikro in about 1h 5min or Maychew in approximately 2h 40min. There isn’t much in terms of public transport in this country, so you will need to rely on car hire or taxi for the majority of your onward journey.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London to Ethiopia are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London to Ethiopia is 10 as of October 2026.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Ethiopia.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Ethiopia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Ethiopia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best price found	£188
Fastest flight time	7h 45m
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Airports in Ethiopia	18 airports

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,540 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £406	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,455 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom £440	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 681 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom £454	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 440 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £534	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Arabia	PriceFrom £556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 55 reviews	Search Air Arabia flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom £579	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £603	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,270 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
ITA Airways	PriceFrom £646	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 1,387 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £683	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,255 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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