Cheap Flights from Geneva (GVA) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Geneva to Addis Ababa flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Compare routes from Geneva to Addis Ababa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Addis Ababa.

Geneva to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$866
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time6 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Geneva to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Geneva to Addis Ababa is $866. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Geneva to Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines, RwandAir and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Geneva to Addis Ababa.
As of May 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Geneva to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Addis Ababa is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Geneva Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Tuesday, 3 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Addis Ababa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Addis Ababa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Saudia and Ethiopian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Addis Ababa.

Flying from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 6 hours 45 minutes.

  • Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Addis Ababa two hours ahead of Geneva.

  • You can choose from seven weekly Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flights. The 21:15 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest flight available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:15.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your GVA to ADD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Flying into Addis Ababa (and then seeing more of Ethiopia!) is easy with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.

  • Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates GVA to ADD flights, with 77.27% of its services arriving as planned.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GVA and ADD:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • Right now, $708 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $866. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from GVA to ADD by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from GVA to ADD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Handy information about Geneve Airport (GVA)

  • 65.81% of flights that depart Geneve Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Central Geneva to Geneve Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near GVA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • If you have a late Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near ADD:

  • Go beyond Addis Ababa and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa

  • From Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Geneve Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for March if you want to visit Addis Ababa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from GVA to ADD in November if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of Ethiopia

  • Addis Ababa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ethiopia you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, a visit to Dire Dawa will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.

  • Nazrēt is another essential stop in Ethiopia and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. No journey is complete without dropping by Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.

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