Melbourne to Addis Ababa (MEL–ADD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SIN Singapore 18h 35m 6EA3AI → ETMHSQ Singapore (SIN) to Addis Ababa flights
DXB Dubai 20h 15m AZEKQF → EKETFZ Dubai (DXB) to Addis Ababa flights
HKG Hong Kong 20h 40m AYBACX → ET Hong Kong (HKG) to Addis Ababa flights
AUH Abu Dhabi 21h 40m AZDEET → ETEYMU Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Addis Ababa flights
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 21h 48m CZQF → CAETZH Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Addis Ababa flights
DOH Doha 22h 25m JUQRWB → B6ETJL Doha (DOH) to Addis Ababa flights
BKK Bangkok 23h 30m 6EAYJQ → ETNHSQ Bangkok (BKK) to Addis Ababa flights
DEL New Delhi 24h 48m AIETLH → AIET New Delhi (DEL) to Addis Ababa flights
PVG Shanghai (Pudong) 26h 21m HOMUQF → ET Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG) to Addis Ababa flights
PEK Beijing 42h CANZ → ET Beijing (PEK) to Addis Ababa flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Melbourne to Addis Ababa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-7h behind

While no nonstop service exists between MEL and ADD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MEL to ADD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
SIN ~18h 35m CGK ~18h 55m DXB ~20h 15m HKG ~20h 40m AUH ~21h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
781
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
-7h
Addis Ababa is 7 hours behind Melbourne.
MEL: AEST · ADD: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 11:00 AM in Addis Ababa.
Getting to MEL

No train connection exists; the Melbourne Airport Rail Link was under development as of 2026 but not yet open. The SkyBus operates 24/7 between Southern Cross Station (Spencer St) and MEL in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24 one-way). Stops at select CBD hotels on some services.Ride-shares (Uber) from the CBD cost AUD $35–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Taxis run AUD $55–75 (higher at nights and weekends). Parking from AUD $20/day in economy lots. The Tullamarine Freeway is the only practical road route; check traffic before departing.

Facts

MEL–ADD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Melbourne to Addis Ababa route.
Route details
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MEL
Full nameMelbourne Airport
IATA / ICAOMEL / YMML
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Passengers/yr35.0M
Elevation434 ft / 132 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 MEL to ADD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Singapore Changi, Dubai and Hong Kong.
Addis Ababa is 7 hours behind Melbourne.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Singapore Changi, Dubai and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.