Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Addis Ababa (CTU–ADD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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ET Ethiopian
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6:00 AM
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10:45 AM
EAT
9h 45m
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Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Addis Ababa
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 4,429 mi 9h 45m nonstop -5h behind 7 1-stop hubs

CTU–ADD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,429 miles in approximately 9h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CTU–ADD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ET Ethiopian Airlines 1 359 9h45 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
359 Airbus A350-900 – ET
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: ET (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CTU to ADD direction.
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Departure time distribution
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Afternoon/evening departures
1
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1
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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CTU to ADD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~21h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
PVG ~21h 10m PEK ~21h 51m DWC ~23h 59m WUH ~24h 55m CAN ~27h 10m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
577
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-5h
Addis Ababa is 5 hours behind Chengdu (Shuangliu).
CTU: CST · ADD: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu), it's 1:00 PM in Addis Ababa.
Distance & Flight Time
4,429 mi / 7,127 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

CTU–ADD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Addis Ababa route.
Route details
Distance4,429 mi / 7,127 km
Flight time9h 45m
Time difference-5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: CTU
Full nameChengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA / ICAOCTU / ZUUU
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr20.0M
Elevation1,625 ft / 495 m
Destination: ADD
Full nameAddis Ababa Bole International Airport
IATA / ICAOADD / HAAB
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Passengers/yr11.8M
Elevation7,630 ft / 2,326 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CTU to ADD flights.
Nonstop flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport take approximately 9h 45m. The route covers 4,429 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ethiopian Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from CTU to ADD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PVG, PEK, DWC, WUH, CAN, HKG and ARN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Addis Ababa is 5 hours behind Chengdu (Shuangliu).
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 CTU to ADD

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CTU to ADD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CTU to ADD ranges from 9 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,429 miles (7,127 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 21 hours via PVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.