Addis Ababa to Kano (ADD–KAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ADD–KAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,067 miles in approximately 5h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 9 | 73F, 789 | 5h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 789 | 5h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · KAN: WAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 4:00 PM in Kano.
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria. Apply for a visa on arrival (VoA) pre-approval through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal (portal.immigration.gov.ng). The VoA costs USD 120 and allows a single entry for up to 30 days. After online approval (takes 48 to 72 hours), you receive the visa stamp at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos or Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja.
For the VoA application, provide a passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent passport photo, proof of accommodation, return ticket, evidence of sufficient funds, and a host or sponsor in Nigeria (if applicable). You can also apply for a traditional visa at the Nigerian embassy in Addis Ababa for USD 80 to 160 depending on processing speed.
Ethiopian Airlines flies direct from Addis Ababa to Lagos. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory. Nigeria checks your ICVP at immigration and will deny entry without it. The Nigerian naira (NGN) has a volatile exchange rate. Bring USD cash and exchange at bureau de change offices rather than banks for better rates. Lagos airports have multiple BDC counters after immigration.
ADD–KAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to KAN
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ADD to KAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to KAN ranges from 5 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,067 miles (3,326 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via CAI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.