Cairo to Addis Ababa (CAI–ADD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–ADD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Egyptair leads the route. The flight covers 1,537 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair | 7 | 738 | 3h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EET · ADD: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 7:00 PM in Addis Ababa.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Ethiopia. An eVisa can be obtained online through the official Ethiopian immigration portal, with tourist options valid for 30 or 90 days. Processing typically takes up to 72 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A visa on arrival is also available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Cairo has no direct rail link to the airport yet. Metro Line 3 terminates at Adly Mansour station, still several kilometers short of CAI. From Adly Mansour, taxis or ride-hails cover the remaining distance in 15-20 minutes. Uber and Careem from downtown Cairo to the airport cost EGP 100-200 and take 45-60 minutes outside rush hour. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-20:00) on the Ring Road can double that.
Yellow metered taxis charge EGP 150-300 depending on your starting point. Old black-and-white taxis lack meters, so agree on a price before getting in. CTA public buses 356, 400, and 1138 run from central Cairo to the airport (EGP 5-25) but are slow and crowded. Airport shuttle buses from major hotels cost EGP 25-50. For reliability, Uber or Careem with a pre-set fare is the path of least friction.
CAI–ADD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to ADD
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to ADD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to ADD ranges from 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,537 miles (2,473 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via DWC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.