Addis Ababa to Windhoek (ADD–WDH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
ET835
ET Ethiopian
788
8:35 AM
EAT T2
1:20 PM
CAT
5h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EY6637
EY Etihad
788
8:35 AM
EAT T2
1:20 PM
CAT
5h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET834
ET Ethiopian
788
2:30 PM
CAT
9:20 PM
EAT
5h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EY6636
EY Etihad
788
2:30 PM
CAT
9:20 PM
EAT
5h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Addis Ababa to Windhoek
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 2,610 mi 5h 45m nonstop -1h behind 3 1-stop hubs

ADD–WDH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,610 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ADD–WDH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ET Ethiopian Airlines 7 788 5h45 Star Alliance
EY Etihad Airways 7 788 5h45
Aircraft on this route
788 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – ET, EY
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: ET (7 flights/wk, 50%)
Unaffiliated: EY (7 flights/wk, 50%)
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 WDH 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
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ADD to WDH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
85
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
-1h
Windhoek is 1 hour behind Addis Ababa.
ADD: EAT · WDH: CAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 5:00 PM in Windhoek.
Distance & Flight Time
2,610 mi / 4,199 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter Namibia. Apply at the Namibian embassy or high commission. There is no Namibian mission in Addis Ababa, so the nearest options are Nairobi or Pretoria. The tourist visa allows stays up to 90 days. The fee is typically around USD 40. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days.

Submit a completed application form, passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 3 blank pages, two passport photos, proof of accommodation, return flight booking, proof of financial means, and a cover letter explaining the purpose of your visit. Yellow fever vaccination proof is required for travelers arriving from Ethiopia.

There are no direct flights from Addis Ababa to Windhoek. The most common routing connects through Johannesburg on South African Airways or Ethiopian Airlines codeshares. The Namibian dollar (NAD) is pegged 1:1 to the South African rand, and both currencies are accepted throughout the country. ATMs are widely available in Windhoek and tourist towns like Swakopmund.

ADD–WDH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Addis Ababa to Windhoek route.
Route details
Distance2,610 mi / 4,199 km
Flight time5h 45m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: ADD
IATA / ICAOADD / HAAB
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Passengers/yr11.8M
Elevation7,630 ft / 2,326 m
Destination: WDH
IATA / ICAOWDH / FYWH
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Elevation5,640 ft / 1,719 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ADD to WDH flights.
Nonstop flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Hosea Kutako International Airport take approximately 5h 45m. The route covers 2,610 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from ADD to WDH. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MUB, JNB and CPT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Windhoek is 1 hour behind Addis Ababa.
Yes, return flights from WDH 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 WDH

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

ADD to WDH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ADD to WDH ranges from 5 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,610 miles (4,199 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via MUB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.