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Cheapest return flight
$1,631
Typical prices: $1,590-$1,981
Qatar Airways
Thu 8/11Sun 18/11
MEL - ADD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$840
Typical prices: $914-$1,286
Etihad Airways
Tue 16/10
MEL - ADD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Addis Ababa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,675 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 21h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa (MEL-ADD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Addis Ababa

Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 00:15MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
32h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
01:45 - 23:20ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
37h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,631Qatar Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
23:45 - 00:20MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
32h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
01:45 - 23:20ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
37h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,643Qatar Airways
Sun, 31 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 12:45MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
26h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
14:05 - 17:00ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,657Etihad Airways
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
14:05 - 17:00ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,657Etihad Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 00:15MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
39h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 23:20ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
28h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,738Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 19:30MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
28h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:45 - 23:20ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
37h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,769Multiple Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 1 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:20 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:50 - 17:00ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,849Ethiopian Air
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 25 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:20 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:50 - 17:00ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
35h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,849Ethiopian Air
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Emirates Logo
16:55 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
28h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
14:50 - 06:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
31h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi
$1,876Emirates
Wed, 14 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
32h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
14:50 - 06:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne
31h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi
$1,879Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa start at $1,631. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,590 to $1,981. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,631 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa at $1,539 return.
•December ($2,001) and June ($1,907) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 7% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$840
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa

When to book flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Addis Ababa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

    On the Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 15%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,640 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,924 – a $284 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 1% above the route average of $1,737. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa takes 0h 00m, covering 19,339 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,631 to $10,654. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,633, which is 56% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 23m, compared to 21h 38m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 24h 44m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa is 7 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa range from $1,590 to $1,981, with an average of $1,737 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,590 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,640 – about $284 less than Thursday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 7% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Addis Ababa trip for February. Fares historically average $1,539 return in that month – typically $463 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.
    - Hotel Lobelia
    - Ramada by Wyndham Addis Ababa
    - Friendship International Hotel

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