Addis Ababa to London (ADD–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ADD–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,679 miles in approximately 8h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines Also: AC, NH | 7 | 351 | 8h15 | – | Star Alliance | AC, NH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter the United Kingdom. Apply online through the UK government visa portal (gov.uk/standard-visitor) and attend a biometrics appointment at the VFS Global center in Addis Ababa. The Standard Visitor visa costs GBP 115 and allows stays up to 6 months. Processing takes about 3 weeks, but it can stretch to 6 weeks during busy periods.
You will need to fill out the online application, upload a digital passport photo, and book a biometrics appointment. At the appointment, bring your passport, the appointment confirmation, and supporting documents: bank statements (last 6 months), employment or business proof, travel itinerary, and accommodation details. The UK does not require travel insurance, but you must prove you can support yourself financially and that you will leave before your visa expires.
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. There is no minimum validity requirement beyond that. Ethiopian Airlines flies direct from Addis Ababa to London Heathrow. The flight is about 8 hours. The UK is not part of the Schengen area, so a Schengen visa does not cover the UK and vice versa.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
ADD–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to LHR
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ADD to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to LHR ranges from 8 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,679 miles (5,920 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via TLV. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.