Addis Ababa to Seoul (ADD–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ADD–ICN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines and All Nippon Airways lead the route. The flight covers 5,714 miles in approximately 11h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 6 | 789 | 11h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| NH All Nippon Airways | 6 | 359 | 11h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Seoul.
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter South Korea. Apply at the South Korean embassy in Addis Ababa. The single-entry tourist visa (C-3-9) costs USD 40 and allows stays up to 90 days. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days. Apply at least 3 weeks before departure.
Required documents: completed application form, passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages, a recent passport photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background), proof of accommodation, round-trip flight booking, bank statements from the last 3 months, and an employment or enrollment certificate. South Korean immigration evaluates financial stability closely.
Ethiopian Airlines flies Addis Ababa to Seoul Incheon direct. The K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) system exists for visa-exempt nationalities, but Ethiopian passports are not eligible. Transit without a visa at Incheon is possible for up to 24 hours if you stay in the transit zone and hold a confirmed onward ticket. South Korean won can be exchanged at airport counters or Myeongdong money changers in Seoul for better rates.
AREX Direct Train to Seoul Station (43 min, ₩11,000) is a reserved-seat express. The All-Stop train serves Hongik University, City Hall, and other inner-city stations (66 min, ₩4,550). T2 passengers board at a dedicated T2 stop before T1; don't exit early. City Check-in at Seoul Station allows bag drop and boarding pass printing before the train for select airlines.Limousine buses serve major hotel zones and neighborhoods (₩16,000–18,000). Taxis from ICN to central Seoul cost ₩65,000–90,000; use only official orange (general) or black (deluxe) cabs from the designated stands. KakaoTaxi (ride-hail) operates from the airport.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and dry (−8 to 2°C, December–February) with occasional snow and wind chill. ICN handles snow well, though heavy falls delay operations. Summer monsoon (Changma) runs late June through July with heavy continuous rain. Typhoons can affect operations August–September with short notice.
Spring brings Yellow Dust (hwangsa) from China. Fine particulate storms reduce visibility and occasionally disrupt flights in March–April. Autumn (October–November) is the best flying season: clear skies, low humidity, 8–18°C. Pack layers for spring and fall. Summer is hot and humid (25–32°C).
ADD–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to ICN
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines and All Nippon Airways. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ADD to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to ICN is about 11 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,714 miles (9,196 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Shanghai Pudong and Beijing Capital. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.