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Cheap flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport

ADD — IST
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Addis Ababa Bole to Istanbul are usually found in November or September, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Addis Ababa to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

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August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£437

Good one-way deal

£471 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ADD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

When flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 26 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with SAUDIA, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
627 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
627 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
627 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,955 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
627 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
843 reviews
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
627 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kamal,Apr 2025

CAI - RUH

One of the best airline you can fly on from the checking in, the boarding, in flight entertainment and flight services duty free on board duty free on time arrival, etc. Keep up the excellent work

Related info for your journey

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

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), located 4.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. 3 airlines have flights from Bole to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Addis Ababa Bole to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £312. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and SAUDIA, with the lowest prices starting at £323 and £331, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport are Royal Air Maroc (65%), Turkish Airlines (54%) and Ethiopian Air (48%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Addis Ababa to Istanbul 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 Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 3 airlines flying from Addis Ababa to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Addis Ababa to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£312Average£389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£323Average£403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SAUDIACheapest£331Average£441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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