Bengaluru to Addis Ababa (BLR–ADD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BLR–ADD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,652 miles in approximately 6h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines Also: AI | 3 | 7M8 | 6h | – | Star Alliance | AI |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Addis Ababa from Bengaluru
| Metric | BLR→ADD | MAA→ADD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLR | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 8 |
| Flight time | 6h | 6h 10m |
Travel Essentials
BLR: IST · ADD: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bengaluru, it's 3.5:00 PM in Addis Ababa.
Indian passport holders can obtain an eVisa before travel through evisa.immigration.gov.et. A 30-day single-entry tourist eVisa costs $82, and a 90-day single-entry costs $102. Processing takes 1 to 3 working days. Visa on arrival is available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) at the same rates, paid in USD cash or by card, though queues can be long. The eVisa is faster and avoids the arrival line.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page. The eVisa application requires a passport scan, digital photo, travel itinerary, and hotel booking or invitation letter. The approved eVisa is emailed as a PDF. Print it. For business visits, apply for a business visa through the eVisa portal with a supporting letter from the Ethiopian host company. Extensions are possible at the Main Immigration Office in Addis Ababa for $20 to $40 depending on duration.
Direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Addis Ababa run about 6 to 7 hours on Ethiopian Airlines (Star Alliance), which uses Addis Ababa as its global hub. Ethiopian Airlines also connects from Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai. Ethiopia uses the Ethiopian birr (ETB), trading at roughly 127 ETB per $1. Foreign currency must be exchanged at banks or authorized dealers, not on the street (it is illegal). Yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country, so carry the yellow card. Addis Ababa sits at 2,355 meters elevation, so expect cooler temperatures (10 to 25 degrees Celsius year-round) than most of India.
Namma Metro's Yellow Line (RV Road to Bommasandra, with airport extension) opened in phases; confirm current operational status and fares before travel. BMTC Vayu Vajra (Big10) airport buses run from multiple city points for INR 250–320 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.Ola and Uber from the city centre to the airport cost INR 600–1,000 and take 45–75 minutes in normal traffic. Bengaluru is notorious for severe traffic congestion, especially on Bellary Road and the BIAL access road; allow substantial buffer time during peak hours (08:00–10:30 and 17:30–21:00). Prepaid taxis also operate from the terminal.
BLR–ADD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLR to ADD
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BLR to ADD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLR to ADD is about 6 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,652 miles (4,267 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Dubai and Chennai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chennai (MAA).