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Cheapest return flight
₹ 66,644
Typical prices: ₹ 52,404-₹ 89,645
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Thu 8/11Mon 12/11
ADD - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 91,801
Typical prices: ₹ 78,214-₹ 89,808
Ethiopian Air
Thu 8/11Mon 12/11
ADD - MAA • Direct
Direct flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air. Average duration is 6h 28m
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 23% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Sharjah (SHJ)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 53,419 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 10h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai (ADD-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Addis Ababa to Chennai

Sun, 8 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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14:05 - 04:10ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 12:20MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 66,644Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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14:05 - 20:10ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
27h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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01:55 - 12:20MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
12h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 70,346Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 8 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 04:10ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:05 - 13:50MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 15mdirect
₹ 74,523Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 8 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
16:10 - 01:10ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
6h 30mdirect
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:05 - 13:50MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 15mdirect
₹ 91,801Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Sat, 7 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:50 - 10:35ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
31h 15m2 stops Istanbul Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:00 - 23:30MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
28h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul
₹ 110,029Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Addis Ababa to Chennai flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

Ethiopian Air (₹ 91,801) and Turkish Airlines (₹ 110,029) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Addis Ababa to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Addis Ababa and Chennai?

Ethiopian Air has the most frequent direct flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai with 4 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

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Key details for Addis Ababa to Chennai flights

Cheapest flight

₹ 36,360
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Addis Ababa to Chennai

When to book flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Addis Ababa to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Addis Ababa to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Addis Ababa to Chennai:

    • Earliest: departs at 16:10 and lands at 22:38
    • Latest: departs at 23:15 and lands at 05:43.

    The flight takes about 6h 28m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai.

  • How long is a flight from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Addis Ababa to Chennai takes 6h 28m, covering 7,290 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Addis Ababa to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai range from ₹ 52,404 to ₹ 89,645, with an average of ₹ 65,027 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 52,404 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 53,419 return via Sharjah (SHJ), compared with ₹ 89,645 for direct.

  • Have flight prices from Addis Ababa to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 66,644 to ₹ 110,029. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Addis Ababa to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Addis Ababa to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 44,592.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai usually depart from Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai pass through?

    Connecting flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai most commonly pass through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 64% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 36% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 54,492 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₹ 131,199, a difference of ₹ 76,707.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Only Ethiopian Air operates flights between Addis Ababa and Chennai.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 36m, compared to 23h 12m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Chennai?

    Chennai is 2 hours ahead of Addis Ababa (India Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Addis Ababa to Chennai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Addis Ababa to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 54,492, which is about ₹ 76,707 less than Thursday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Addis Ababa to Chennai trip for October. Fares historically average ₹ 50,315 return in that month – typically ₹ 80,884 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Sharjah Airport (SHJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 53,419 return on this route – about ₹ 36,226 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency

Prefer to fly direct from Addis Ababa Bole to Chennai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Addis Ababa Bole Airport to Chennai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Addis Ababa Bole to Chennai

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Sunday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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Direct returns

Chennai to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Thursday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Saturday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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