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Cheapest return flight
₹ 65,878
Typical prices: ₹ 52,452-₹ 90,287
Air Arabia
Mon 22/10Mon 29/10
ADD - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 81,176
Typical prices: ₹ 55,647-₹ 75,005
Multiple Airlines
Wed 31/1
ADD - MAA • 2 stops
Direct flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air. Average duration is 6h 35m
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 14% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Sharjah (SHJ)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 53,801 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 10h 35m (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

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Air Arabia Logo
01:10 - 03:25ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
23h 45m1 stop Sharjah
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03:40 - 00:20MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 65,878Air Arabia
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:10 - 10:25ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
26h 45m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 13:40MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
20h 10m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 68,077Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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01:10 - 20:50ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
17h 10m3 stops Sharjah Doha Hamad Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
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03:40 - 00:20MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 70,849Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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01:10 - 20:50ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
17h 10m3 stops Sharjah Doha Hamad Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
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16:45 - 07:10MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
16h 55m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Dammam King Fahad Intl
₹ 76,873Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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16:05 - 01:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-MAA Chennai
6h 40mdirect
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03:40 - 00:20MAA  Chennai-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
23h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 104,410Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Addis Ababa to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

Return flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai start at ₹ 65,878. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 52,452 to ₹ 90,287. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 65,878 on Air Arabia.

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Key details for Addis Ababa to Chennai flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

₹ 81,176
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Addis Ababa to Chennai?

    Only Ethiopian Air operates flights between Addis Ababa and Chennai.

  • 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 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

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

  • 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 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 ₹ 53,801 return via Sharjah (SHJ), compared with ₹ 90,287 for direct.

  • 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) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 40% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 59% on the Addis Ababa to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 54,882 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₹ 132,138, a difference of ₹ 77,256. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 16:05 and lands at 22:40
    • Latest: departs at 23:20 and lands at 05:55.

    The flight takes about 6h 35m.

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

    A direct flight from Addis Ababa to Chennai takes 6h 35m, 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.

  • 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 ₹ 65,878 to ₹ 104,410. That means the highest observed fare was about 58% 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 120,831, which is 94% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 35m, 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.

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

    Return flights from Addis Ababa to Chennai range from ₹ 52,452 to ₹ 90,287, with an average of ₹ 58,898 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 52,452 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 54,882 – about ₹ 77,256 less than Thursday (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 ₹ 50,675 return in that month – typically ₹ 81,463 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 ₹ 53,801 return on this route – about ₹ 36,485 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
    - Ridhan Regency
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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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