Addis Ababa to Geneva (ADD–GVA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
ET738
ET Ethiopian
359
12:45 AM
EAT T2
6:15 AM
CET
7h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET728
ET Ethiopian
359
12:55 AM
EAT T2
6:15 AM
CET
7h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET739
ET Ethiopian
359
9:20 PM
CET T1
6:10 AM+1
EAT
6h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET729
ET Ethiopian
359
10:15 PM
CET T1
7:05 AM+1
EAT
6h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Addis Ababa to Geneva
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 3,217 mi 7h 20m nonstop -2h behind 22 1-stop hubs

ADD–GVA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,217 miles in approximately 7h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ADD–GVA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ET Ethiopian Airlines 6 359 7h20-7h30 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
359 Airbus A350-900 – ET
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: ET (6 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ADD to GVA direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ADD to GVA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,590
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Geneva is 2 hours behind Addis Ababa.
ADD: EAT · GVA: CET

When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 4:00 PM in Geneva.
Distance & Flight Time
3,217 mi / 5,177 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 20m to 7h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Ethiopian passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at the Swiss embassy in Addis Ababa or through the VFS Global center handling Swiss applications. The short-stay visa (type C) costs EUR 80 and allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.

Prepare a completed application form, two passport photos, travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum medical coverage, proof of accommodation in Switzerland, return flight booking, and bank statements from the last 3 months. Switzerland has high living costs, so your financial proof should show enough to cover at least CHF 100 per day. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months past your planned Schengen departure and have 2 blank pages.

Switzerland is in the Schengen area but not in the EU. This does not affect the visa. The same Schengen visa works. Swiss border officers may ask more detailed questions about your itinerary and funds than some other Schengen entry points. Have your documents printed and accessible.

ADD–GVA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Addis Ababa to Geneva route.
Route details
Distance3,217 mi / 5,177 km
Flight time7h 20m to 7h 30m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 6 return
1-stop connections22 hubs
Origin: ADD
IATA / ICAOADD / HAAB
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Passengers/yr11.8M
Elevation7,630 ft / 2,326 m
Destination: GVA
IATA / ICAOGVA / LSGG
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation1,411 ft / 430 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ADD to GVA flights.
Nonstop flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Geneva Cointrin International Airport take approximately 7h 20m to 7h 30m. The route covers 3,217 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ethiopian Airlines.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from ADD to GVA. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAI, RUH, VIE, DOH, FCO, BEY, FRA, LGW, CDG, LHR, IST, MAD, TLV, ATH, ARN, BRU, DXB, JED, AMM, AUH, PEK and PVG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Geneva is 2 hours behind Addis Ababa.
Yes, return flights from GVA to ADD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ADD to GVA

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ADD to GVA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ADD to GVA ranges from 7 hours 20 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,217 miles (5,177 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via CAI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.