Cheap flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa

MEL — ADD
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,837
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa (average of $1,469). Flying from Melbourne to Addis Ababa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,010). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa, such as Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a large airport with four terminals, serving both domestic and international flights around the world. When beginning your journey to Addis Ababa, this would be the ideal place to start. There are many convenient facilities, from shopping to luggage services to lounges. Australia does have a wide selection of airports, some more popular than others, but Melbourne will almost certainly be the most convenient for your trip. Similarly, the city of Addis Ababa is served by its own airport, Bole International Airport (ADD), which also provides both domestic and international flights. It is only 7 km from the city centre and is served by the city bus service, making it the ideal choice for your flight to Addis Ababa.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

    At this time, no airlines fly directly between Melbourne and Addis Ababa. You can choose from a range of flight options, however, and it is possible to select a flight with just one layover on the way. There are quick flights available, they are around 27h with layover times of just a few hours, allowing you to continue on your journey as soon as possible. Qantas, Jetstar and Emirates are just a few examples of airlines that offer fast flights between Melbourne and Addis Ababa, many of which come in at under 30h.

  • What are the layover options between Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

    As all flights between Melbourne and Addis Ababa include at least one layover, there are many different locations to choose from, depending on the airline you select. Generally, a flight with multiple long layovers may be slightly cheaper than a faster flight. Popular locations for a layover include Hong Kong, Dubai, Manilla or Johannesburg. If you take a longer layover in one of these international cities, you may have several hours to explore at your leisure before your journey continues. The airports selected for layovers on your flight always have a wide range of facilities for travellers in transit. A flight between Melbourne and Addis Ababa with multiple layovers varies in length, but it can take an average of 40h, depending on the selection you ultimately make.

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

    As an Australian citizen travelling from Melbourne to Addis Ababa, you will require both a passport and visa. You may choose to select either a thirty-day or a ninety-day e-visa in advance of your trip or purchase a physical visa on arrival at Addis Ababa International Airport. Applying for a visa on your arrival may result in long waiting times. You must check that your visa will not expire during the duration of your trip. If you want to stay longer than your current visa allows, you can apply to extend it for a period. You will require a valid passport and should also check that it will not expire within the following 6 months after your planned departure flight from Addis Ababa.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Addis Ababa from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa, you will be flying into Bole. Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) is just 7.7 km from the centre vof the city. Bole is the only Addis Ababa airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 6 airlines have flights to Addis Ababa Bole from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Addis Ababa round-trip?

    Virgin Australia, at $879, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Addis Ababa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways. Virgin Australia is priced at 48% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Addis Ababa one-way?

    $821 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from $853 and $961, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Addis Ababa flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Addis Ababa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Addis Ababa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa (average of $1,469). Flying from Melbourne to Addis Ababa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,010). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Addis Ababa

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$879Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,140Average$1,900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,313Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,425Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,578Average$2,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,911Average$2,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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