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Addis Ababa.$315 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 14.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Zanzibar on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $315, select.
Addis Ababa.$317 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 30.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Zanzibar on Wed, Jul 30, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.
Addis Ababa.$334 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 24.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Aug 24, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $334, select.
Addis Ababa.$384 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 4.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Zanzibar on Tue, Nov 4, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
Addis Ababa.$385 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 14.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Zanzibar on Tue, Oct 14, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $385, select.
Addis Ababa.$394 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 12.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Thu, Mar 12, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $394, select.
Addis Ababa.$410 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 3.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Sat, Jan 3, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $410, select.
Addis Ababa.$545 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 14.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departing from Zanzibar on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $545, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Addis Ababa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zanzibar to Addis Ababa flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $634
Jun
from $314
Jul
from $316
Aug
from $333
Sep
from $633
Oct
from $383
Nov
from $383
Dec
from $633
Jan
from $408
Feb
from $633
Mar
from $393
Apr
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Zanzibar to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$315
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week12

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zanzibar to Addis Ababa is $545. 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.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines, United and Air India fly direct from Zanzibar to Addis Ababa.
There are 12 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Addis Ababa, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Monday, June 16, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 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, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Addis Ababa.

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

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Zanzibar.

  • Choose from eight weekly Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flights. The 17:00 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest you can take. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 17:00.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ZNZ to ADD flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Ethiopian Airlines is your ticket to exploring Addis Ababa (and maybe even some other great parts of Ethiopia!). Check out the direct flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Ethiopian Airlines is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating ZNZ to ADD flights is Ethiopian Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.55% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • $315 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Return flights start from $545. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from ZNZ to ADD, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ZNZ to ADD.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Handy information about Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • 71.9% of flights that depart Zanzibar International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Central Zanzibar to Zanzibar International Airport is around 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ZNZ:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • If you're landing on a late Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ADD:

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

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

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

  • From Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.

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

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Addis Ababa. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with temperatures ranging from 48ºF to 77ºF.

  • November sees average temperatures of between 43ºF and 72ºF. Search for cheap tickets from ZNZ to ADD around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Ethiopia

  • You've seen Addis Ababa, now it's time to discover other corners of Ethiopia. Travel about 220 miles east to Dire Dawa to tick off its popular sights. From ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain to Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Nazrēt is another must-experience destination in Ethiopia and is around 50 miles south-east of Addis Ababa. No trip is complete without a visit to Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.

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