Direct (nonstop) flights from Addis Ababa to Athens

1 airline flys nonstop from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Athens International Airport (ATH). It's 2,197 miles (3,536 km), about 5h 40m in the air. Operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

ADD
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
ATH
Athens International Airport
🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
Flight Time
5h 40m
Distance
2,197 mi
3,536 km
CO₂/pax
371 kg
−40 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Ethiopian Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
ADD → ATH
Flight Time
5h 40m
Distance
2,197 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Addis Ababa to Athens with one stop · direct emits 371 kg CO₂ per passenger

ADD CAI (Cairo) ATH
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,530 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (687 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 411 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADD → CAI
3h 50m · 1,530 mi
View ADD to CAI flights →
Leg 2
CAI → ATH
2h 5m · 687 mi
View CAI to ATH flights →
ADD JED (Jeddah) ATH
Leg 1: 2h 25m (872 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,441 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 429 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADD → JED
2h 25m · 872 mi
View ADD to JED flights →
Leg 2
JED → ATH
3h 40m · 1,441 mi
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ADD TLV (Tel Aviv-Yafo) ATH
Leg 1: 4h 5m (1,603 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (742 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 433 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADD → TLV
4h 5m · 1,603 mi
View ADD to TLV flights →
Leg 2
TLV → ATH
2h 10m · 742 mi
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ADD AMM (Amman) ATH
Leg 1: 4h (1,575 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (806 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 440 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADD → AMM
4h · 1,575 mi
View ADD to AMM flights →
Leg 2
AMM → ATH
2h 25m · 806 mi
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ADD BEY (Beirut) ATH
Leg 1: 4h 35m (1,722 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (706 mi) Total: ~6h 30m 🍃 447 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADD → BEY
4h 35m · 1,722 mi
View ADD to BEY flights →
Leg 2
BEY → ATH
1h 55m · 706 mi
View BEY to ATH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Addis Ababa to Athens?

A nonstop flight from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Athens (ATH) takes approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 2,197 miles (3,536 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Addis Ababa to Athens?

Just Ethiopian Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Addis Ababa to Athens?

Yes. 1 airline: Ethiopian Airlines.

How far is Addis Ababa from Athens?

The flight distance from Addis Ababa to Athens is 2,197 miles (3,536 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Addis Ababa to Athens?

At 5h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ethiopia to Greece?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Greece embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Addis Ababa to Athens?

Roughly 371 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,855 km.

Is the return flight from Athens to Addis Ababa also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Addis Ababa to Athens?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.