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Cheapest round-trip
$734
Typical prices: $827-$1,111
Etihad Airways
Mon 12/31Fri 1/12
ZRH - ADD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,147
Typical prices: $1,076-$1,197
Ethiopian Air
Mon 1/1Sun 1/7
ZRH - ADD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air. Average duration is 6h 45m
Direct flights
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 22% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $741 (round-trip)
Milan Malpensa (MXP)
Shortest trip • 9h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa (ZRH-ADD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to Addis Ababa

Thu, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 12
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10:30 am - 12:20 pmZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:05 pm - 12:05 pmADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
24h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$734Etihad Airways
Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 13
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10:30 am - 12:20 pmZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 pm - 6:10 pmADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
22h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$734Etihad Airways
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7
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10:30 am - 12:20 pmZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:05 pm - 6:30 amADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
18h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$734Etihad Airways
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 11
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10:30 am - 12:20 pmZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:05 pm - 6:10 pmADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
30h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$734Etihad Airways
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 3:05 amZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
11h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Cairo
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:05 am - 9:25 pmADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
19h 20m1 stop Cairo
$750Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
Austrian Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 6:00 amZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
18h 50m1 stop Vienna Intl
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1:30 am - 8:25 amADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
8h 55m1 stop Vienna Intl
$1,009Austrian Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 pm - 6:45 amZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 45mnonstop
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12:20 am - 7:30 amADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
9h 10m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$1,070Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 11
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10:00 pm - 6:45 amZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 45mnonstop
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12:20 am - 7:30 amADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
9h 10m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$1,074Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 pm - 6:45 amZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 45mnonstop
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:20 am - 7:30 amADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
9h 10m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$1,076Ethiopian Air
Fri, Jan 1 - Thu, Jan 7
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10:00 pm - 6:45 amZRH  Zurich-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 45mnonstop
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1:40 am - 6:45 amADD  Addis Ababa Bole-ZRH Zurich
7h 05mnonstop
$1,147Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Zurich to Addis Ababa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

Round-trip flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa typically range from $827 to $1,111. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $734, on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Addis Ababa. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Addis Ababa at $756 round-trip.
•December ($1,064) and July ($1,039) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Zurich to Addis Ababa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$395
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 94% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Addis Ababa

When to book flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Addis Ababa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Addis Ababa:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 4:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 4:45 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa.

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    A nonstop flight from Zurich to Addis Ababa takes 6h 45m, covering 3,191 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zurich 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa range from $827 to $1,111, with an average of $969 over the past 12 months. Anything below $827 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $969 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $741 round-trip via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), compared to $1,110 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ethiopian Air and SWISS. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Addis Ababa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $566, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

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

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

    • Vienna Intl (VIE) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Zurich to Addis Ababa. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $890 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,040, a difference of $150.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    Only Ethiopian Air operates flights between Zurich and Addis Ababa.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

    Flying via Milan Malpensa (MXP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 15m, compared with 10h 01m via Vienna Intl (VIE) and 10h 01m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa is 1 hour ahead of Zurich (Eastern Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Zurich to Addis Ababa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Zurich 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $890, about $150 less than Friday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Addis Ababa trip for November. Fares historically average $756 round-trip in that month - typically $308 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $741 round-trip on this route - about $369 less than direct flights (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
    • Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
    • Monarch Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Addis Ababa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to Addis Ababa Bole Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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Direct returns

Addis Ababa Bole to Zurich

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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