Beijing to Addis Ababa (PEK–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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PEK–ADD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,176 miles in approximately 11h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 351 | 11h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PEK: CST · ADD: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 1:00 PM in Addis Ababa.
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.
Airport Express train runs from Dongzhimen or Sanyuanqiao (Line 10) to the airport in 16–20 minutes (¥25). Trains run every 10 minutes from 6am to 11pm and connect directly to Terminals 2 and 3. This bypasses Beijing's severe road congestion reliably.Taxis from central Beijing (Dongcheng/Xicheng districts) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. Express buses (¥25–30) serve major city hubs. Note that PKX (Daxing) is Beijing's second international airport; confirm your terminal before traveling.
PEK–ADD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEK to ADD
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PEK to ADD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to ADD is about 11 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,176 miles (8,329 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guangzhou Baiyun, Suvarnabhumi and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.