Flying from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours 25 minutes.
Addis Ababa is eight hours ahead of Toronto and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are seven Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights. To get going early, opt for the 10:20 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 11:05 with Ethiopian Airlines.
Your YYZ to ADD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Addis Ababa (and then exploring more of Ethiopia!) is a cinch with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating YYZ to ADD flights, Ethiopian Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight is R 8,886. A round-trip fare right now is R 16,360. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YYZ to ADD.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
Handy information about Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
68% of flights that depart Toronto Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Toronto Pearson International Airport from central Toronto, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YYZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Reserve a hotel close to ADD if you have a late Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go beyond Addis Ababa and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Addis Ababa Airport rental car from Green Motion.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Addis Ababa Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
From Addis Ababa Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Addis Ababa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYZ to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've done Addis Ababa, now it's time to explore other parts of Ethiopia. Journey about 354 kilometres east to Dire Dawa to tick off its leading sights. From Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral to Mosque and Porc Epic Cave, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Set out 80 kilometres south-east from Addis Ababa and you'll reach Nazrēt, another standout destination in Ethiopia. Be sure to check out Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.
