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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lagos to Addis Ababa flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Lagos to Addis Ababa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lagos to Addis Ababa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Addis Ababa.

Lagos to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,660
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time5 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Lagos to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lagos to Addis Ababa is R 14,560. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Lagos to Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines, Singapore Airlines and ASKY Airlines fly direct from Lagos to Addis Ababa.
As of March 2025, there are 26 flights per week flying from Lagos to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Addis Ababa is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lagos Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Friday, 11 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Addis Ababa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Addis Ababa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, EgyptAir and Ethiopian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Addis Ababa.

Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport takes an average of 5 hours 20 minutes. The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which makes it 2 hours ahead of Lagos.

  • Take your pick of 9 weekly flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The 08:55 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest available between LOS and ADD. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:40 if you're not into early starts.

  • During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Flying into Addis Ababa (and then seeing more of Ethiopia!) is easy with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between LOS and ADD:

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Kigali International Airport

    • Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from LOS to ADD, check whether you need a visa to enter Ethiopia. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is R 8,660. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,560. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from LOS to ADD, book your trip 9 months before your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LOS to ADD. There's no need to search every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll notify you when the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

  • Travelling from central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Taking an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LOS:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near ADD if you're on a late flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa

  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Addis Ababa. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Addis Ababa. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 25ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 22ºC then.

More about Addis Ababa

  • As soon as you've locked in your flights from LOS to ADD, you'll need to find a place to stay in Addis Ababa. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • Ethnological Museum and National Museum of Ethiopia are a couple of top attractions to add to your Addis Ababa travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Holy Trinity Cathedral.

Complete your Addis Ababa trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Addis Ababa stay.

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