Guangzhou (Huadu) to Addis Ababa (CAN–ADD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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ET607
ET Ethiopian
77W
12:10 AM
CST T3
5:55 AM
EAT
10h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
ET3647
ET Ethiopian
77X
5:30 AM
CST
11:10 AM
EAT
10h 40m
M T W T F S S
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ET3857
ET Ethiopian
77X
6:30 AM
CST TT3
12:10 PM
EAT
10h 40m
M T W T F S S
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ET3657
ET Ethiopian
77X
7:05 AM
CST
12:45 PM
EAT
10h 40m
M T W T F S S
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ET617
ET Ethiopian
77L
9:14 AM
CST TT3
2:14 PM
EAT
10h
M T W T F S S
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ET3751
ET Ethiopian
77X
1:20 PM
CST
7:00 PM
EAT
10h 40m
M T W T F S S
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ET606
ET Ethiopian
77W
12:40 AM
EAT T2
2:43 PM
CST
9h 3m
M T W T F S S
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ET3856
ET Ethiopian
77X
11:00 AM
EAT
2:15 AM+1
CST
10h 15m
M T W T F S S
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ET3646
ET Ethiopian
77X
11:20 AM
EAT
2:35 AM+1
CST
10h 15m
M T W T F S S
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ET616
ET Ethiopian
77L
4:45 PM
EAT TT2
6:45 AM+1
CST
9h
M T W T F S S
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Guangzhou (Huadu) to Addis Ababa
1 carrier, 14 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 4,995 mi 10h nonstop -5h behind 23 1-stop hubs

CAN–ADD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,995 miles in approximately 10h. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CAN–ADD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ET Ethiopian Airlines 14 77L, 77W, 77X 10h-10h45 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
77L Boeing 777-200LR – ET
77W Boeing 777-300ER – ET
77X Boeing 777-200ER – 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, CAN to ADD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
6
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
12
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CAN to ADD.
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One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~15h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,544
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.

Other ways to reach Addis Ababa from Guangzhou (Huadu)

Nearby airports with service to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Metric CAN→ADD HKG→ADD
Distance from CAN 84 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 14 9
Flight time 10h 10h 15m
Airports within 200 miles of CAN with service to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-5h
Addis Ababa is 5 hours behind Guangzhou (Huadu).
CAN: CST · ADD: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 1:00 PM in Addis Ababa.
Distance & Flight Time
4,995 mi / 8,038 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 10h 0m to 10h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders can get an eVisa through the official portal at evisa.gov.et. The 30-day single-entry tourist visa costs USD 82. The 90-day option costs USD 102. Processing takes up to 3 business days. You can also get a visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but only if you are flying in. The same fees apply.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. A return ticket and proof of accommodation are expected. The eVisa is only valid for entry through Bole Airport, not for land borders.

Getting to CAN

Metro Line 3 North Extension runs directly to T1 and T2 from Tianhe and the city centre (30–40 min from Guangzhou East station, ¥8–10). Road traffic in Guangzhou is consistently heavy; the metro avoids it.Airport shuttle buses depart from multiple city zones including the Civil Aviation ticket office in Liuhua (¥26, 40–60 min). Taxis cost ¥80–130 from the urban core and take 40–70 minutes depending on which ring road is moving. DiDi is cheaper and widely used.

CAN–ADD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guangzhou (Huadu) to Addis Ababa route.
Route details
Distance4,995 mi / 8,038 km
Flight time10h to 10h 45m
Time difference-5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights14 out / 12 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: CAN
IATA / ICAOCAN / ZGGG
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.4M
Elevation50 ft / 15 m
Destination: ADD
IATA / ICAOADD / HAAB
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Passengers/yr11.8M
Elevation7,630 ft / 2,326 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAN to ADD flights.
Nonstop flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport take approximately 10h to 10h 45m. The route covers 4,995 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ethiopian Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from CAN to ADD. The return direction has about 12 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BAH, JED, LGG, DAC, BKK, LHR, PEK, IST, DWC, NBO, DXB, ICN, HKG, WUH, CTU, PVG, DOH, JFK, RUH, CAI, CDG, DEL and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Addis Ababa is 5 hours behind Guangzhou (Huadu).
Yes, return flights from ADD to CAN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HKG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 CAN to ADD

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

CAN to ADD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CAN to ADD ranges from 10 hours 0 minutes to 10 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,995 miles (8,038 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via BAH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG).