Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv (ADD–TLV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
ET418+1
ET Ethiopian
738
9:05 AM
EAT T2
1:15 PM
IDT
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET414
ET Ethiopian
738
11:15 AM
EAT T2
3:25 PM
IDT
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET405
ET Ethiopian
7M8
1:00 AM
IDT T3
5:10 AM
EAT
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET419
ET Ethiopian
738
2:30 PM
IDT T3
6:45 PM
EAT
4h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET415
ET Ethiopian
738
4:40 PM
IDT T3
8:55 PM
EAT
4h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv
1 carrier, 14 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,611 mi 4h 10m nonstop 20 1-stop hubs

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, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ADD–TLV service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ET Ethiopian Airlines 14 738 4h10 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – ET
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: ET (14 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 TLV direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
21
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ADD to TLV.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,343
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
0h
Tel Aviv is 0 hours the same as Addis Ababa.
ADD: EAT · TLV: IDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 6:00 PM in Tel Aviv.
Distance & Flight Time
1,611 mi / 2,593 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 10m.
Visa & Entry

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

Key statistics for the Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv route.
Route details
Distance1,611 mi / 2,593 km
Flight time4h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights14 out / 21 return
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: ADD
IATA / ICAOADD / HAAB
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Passengers/yr11.8M
Elevation7,630 ft / 2,326 m
Destination: TLV
IATA / ICAOTLV / LLBG
TimezoneAsia/Jerusalem
Passengers/yr19.0M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ADD to TLV flights.
Nonstop flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport take approximately 4h 10m. The route covers 1,611 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ethiopian Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from ADD to TLV. The return direction has about 21 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ZNZ, GVA, FRA, MRS, ATH, MAD, LGW, DEL, BRU, FCO, CDG, AUH, VIE, DXB, LHR, MXP, DME, BKK, PEK and LGG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from TLV 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 TLV

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

ADD to TLV Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ADD to TLV ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,611 miles (2,593 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ZNZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.