Cheap flights from Manchester to Addis Ababa
Bole Airport serves Addis Ababa while Manchester International handles departures for this route between the Ethiopian capital and a major UK city. Finding affordable tickets requires checking which carriers offer direct connections versus longer itineraries through other hubs.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2 Jan 2027 | from $592 | Search 2 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 2 Jan 2027 | from $627 | Search 2 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 4 Nov 2026 | from $748 | Search 4 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 4 Dec 2026 | from $775 | Search 4 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 4 Nov 2026 | from $802 | Search 4 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 10 Nov 2026 | from $807 | Search 10 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 7 Feb 2027 | from $839 | Search 7 Feb 2027 | |
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 2 Jan 2027 | from $846 | Search 2 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 23 Nov 2026 | from $848 | Search 23 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 5 Apr 2027 | from $882 | Search 5 Apr 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 26 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: April — from $585.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $1,049 | 28 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $748 | 4 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $816 | 6 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $592 | 2 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $603 | 7 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $684 | 24 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $585 | 5 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $710 | 25 May 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | Manchester International MAN | 14 km |
| Addis Ababa | Bole ADD | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Travel costs vary throughout the year with November offering the lowest fares among available months. The period from October to May shows pricing data, suggesting you should compare options during these times rather than outside them. Weekday departures often provide better value compared to weekend travel on this route.
Airlines and what to expect
Several carriers connect Manchester and Addis Ababa through various routing patterns across the Middle East and Europe. Ethiopian Airlines operates direct flights while others like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Saudi Arabian Airlines route passengers through their respective hubs. Budget options include Emerald Airlines alongside full-service carriers such as KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Egyptair, Aer Lingus, and Kuwait Airways.
Arriving — Addis Ababa
You will land at Bole Airport in Addis Ababa, the main gateway to Ethiopia's capital city. Transportation from the airport into town includes taxi services and other ground options available upon arrival. Consider checking baggage allowances and connection requirements when booking through different airlines on this route.
Before you go: Ethiopia
- Currency
- ETB (Br)
- Power sockets
- Type C, E, F, G, J, L · 220 V
- Language
- Amharic
- Emergency number
- 907, 911, 939
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +251
- Internet domain
- .et
- Population of Addis Ababa
- 5.7 M (2024)
- Altitude
- 2,355 m · high altitude — take the first day slowly
- Time zone
- UTC+03 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify which airline handles your specific itinerary since carriers operate differently on this route
- Confirm whether your ticket allows direct flights or requires connections through intermediary cities
- Check passport validity and visa requirements for entry into Ethiopia before departure
- Review baggage policies carefully as low-cost options may charge extra for checked luggage
- Compare prices across multiple months to find the best value during peak travel periods
Frequently asked questions
Manchester – Addis Ababa: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for April 2027 — $585. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Manchester – Addis Ababa: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Etihad Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Egyptair, Emerald Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Aer Lingus, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Aegean Airlines.
Manchester – Addis Ababa: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Addis Ababa?
The distance is about 6,153 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 7 h 57 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Manchester – Addis Ababa?
Manchester: Manchester International (MAN). Addis Ababa: Bole (ADD).
What is the time difference between Manchester and Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa is 2 h ahead of Manchester.
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