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Cheapest return flight
£347
Typical prices: £226-£343
Air Arabia
Wed 21/2Thu 22/3
ADD - JED • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£192
Typical prices: £118-£211
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/1
ADD - JED • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air, flynas, and SAUDIA. Average duration is 2h 27m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £339 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah (ADD-JED)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Addis Ababa to Jeddah

Sun, 21 Feb - Mon, 22 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
01:15 - 16:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
15h 00m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
10:35 - 00:20JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
13h 45m1 stop Sharjah
£347Air Arabia
Mon, 22 Feb - Tue, 23 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
01:15 - 16:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
15h 00m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
10:35 - 00:20JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
13h 45m1 stop Sharjah
£347Air Arabia
Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 22 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
01:15 - 16:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
15h 00m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
10:35 - 00:20JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
13h 45m1 stop Sharjah
£347Air Arabia
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
01:45 - 15:30ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
13h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:40 - 00:15JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
7h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£398Qatar Airways
Wed, 9 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
01:45 - 15:30ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
13h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
09:40 - 00:15JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
14h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£404Qatar Airways
Thu, 25 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
01:15 - 16:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
15h 00m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
10:35 - 00:20JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
13h 45m1 stop Sharjah
£412Air Arabia
Sat, 12 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
01:45 - 15:30ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
13h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:40 - 00:15JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
7h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£420Qatar Airways
Mon, 14 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
01:45 - 01:50ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
24h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:40 - 00:15JED  Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
7h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£424Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Addis Ababa to Jeddah flights

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How much is a return flight from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

Return flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah typically range from £226 to £343. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £347 on Air Arabia.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Addis Ababa to Jeddah. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Jeddah at £207 return.
•March (£363) and May (£278) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah the cheapest?

Flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Addis Ababa to Jeddah

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SAUDIA

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Ethiopian Air

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Addis Ababa to Jeddah flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£192
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 89% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Addis Ababa to Jeddah based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Addis Ababa to Jeddah 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 Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 00:10 and lands at 02:37
    • Latest: departs at 13:25 and lands at 15:52.

    The flight takes about 2h 27m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah.

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

    A direct flight from Addis Ababa to Jeddah takes 2h 27m, covering 877 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    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 Addis Ababa to Jeddah flight?

    Return flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah range from £226 to £343, with an average of £267 over the past 12 months. Anything below £226 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the £267 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £258 return, compared with £339 via a stopover through Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    SAUDIA is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Ethiopian Air has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Addis Ababa to Jeddah flights are:

    • SAUDIA: 78% on time
    • Ethiopian Air: 74% on time
    • flynas: 62% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 72% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £47–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ethiopian Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Addis Ababa to Jeddah spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Addis Ababa to Jeddah flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Addis Ababa to Jeddah changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £347 to £1,296. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Addis Ababa to Jeddah are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £324, which is 106% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport (JED)?

    Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport (JED) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £35 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Final Rentals
    • Key Car Rental, SA
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah usually depart from Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Addis Ababa to Jeddah route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 42m.

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

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

    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £258 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £294, a difference of £36.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

    3 airlines operate flights between Addis Ababa and Jeddah. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Ethiopian Air
    • flynas
    • SAUDIA

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

    Flying via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 38m, compared to 10h 29m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 20h 25m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Addis Ababa to Jeddah flights?

    Among airlines operating Addis Ababa to Jeddah flights:

    • flynas: offers free seat selection
    • SAUDIA: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

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

    • flynas: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • SAUDIA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Addis Ababa to Jeddah 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average £258, about £36 less than Wednesday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Addis Ababa to Jeddah trip for January. Fares historically average £207 return in that month – typically £156 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with SAUDIA. Over the past three months, 78% of SAUDIA flights from Addis Ababa to Jeddah arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 72%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 42m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport.

    • Mena Airport Hotel Jeddah

Prefer to fly direct from Addis Ababa to Jeddah?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Addis Ababa Bole Airport to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Addis Ababa Bole to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Monday

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Thursday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Friday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Saturday

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Sunday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

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Direct returns

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Thursday

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Ethiopian Air,flynas

Friday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Saturday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

Sunday

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA,flynas

Ethiopian Air,SAUDIA, +1 more

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