Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv (ADD–TLV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ADD–TLV is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,611 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines Also: LY | 21 | 789, 7M8 | 4h10 | – | Star Alliance | LY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · TLV: IDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 6:00 PM in Tel Aviv.
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter Israel. Apply at the Israeli embassy in Addis Ababa. The B/2 tourist visa costs USD 25 for a single entry and allows stays up to 90 days. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. Expect a detailed interview at the embassy as part of the application.
Required documents: completed application form, passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages, two passport photos, proof of accommodation, round-trip flight booking, bank statements from the last 3 months, and a detailed travel itinerary. If visiting family in Israel, include an invitation letter with the host's Israeli ID copy.
Ethiopian Airlines operates direct flights from Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv. Israel does not stamp passports. Instead, you receive a small entry card at immigration. Keep this card with your passport throughout your stay, as you need it for departure. If you plan to visit Palestinian territories, separate permits may apply depending on the area.
ADD–TLV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to TLV
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ADD to TLV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to TLV is about 4 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,611 miles (2,593 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zayed, Dubai and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.