Cheap flights from New York, NY to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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$681

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Travelers usually depart from John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia, New York Stewart International Airport, or New York, NY - Penn Station when they travel from New York to Addis Ababa. The distance between New York and Addis Ababa is 11212 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Ethiopian Airlines, United Airlines, Egyptair, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways. New York and Addis Ababa have 401 direct flights per week.

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from New York to Addis Ababa in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the table.

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Check-in for a flight from New York to Addis Ababa

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during bookingOnline check-in available
Ethiopian AirlinesETHETYes0
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United AirlinesUALUAYesNo
EgyptairMSRMSYes0
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Turkish AirlinesTHYTKYes0
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Qatar AirwaysQTRQRYes0
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Ethiopia COVID-19 travel restrictions

Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions in Ethiopia – 03/2023
Your trip summary

Most travelers from New York, JFK can enter Ethiopia, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Electronic visitor visa

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed with restrictions for vaccinated travelers
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test or recovery certificate is not required
  • Quarantine is not required for vaccinated travelers
Visa requirements
  • Electronic visitor visa
Forms and documents
  • Mandatory proof of COVID-19 vaccination for United States
  • Health pass may be required for public activity
  • Mandatory travel attestation form

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Ethiopia in our dedicated Stories article.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from New York to Addis Ababa?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between New York and Addis Ababa takes around 17 hours.
What is the flight distance between New York and Addis Ababa?
The flight distance between New York and Addis Ababa is 11212 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between New York and Addis Ababa?
Several carriers operate flights between New York and Addis Ababa. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Ethiopian Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from New York?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as New York and London, Paris, Barcelona, Miami, Mexico City, Orlando, Atlanta, Berlin, Athens, Rome, Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Las Vegas, Dublin, Amsterdam, Fort Lauderdale, Lisbon, Vienna, Prague, Madrid.
What are the most popular routes to and from Addis Ababa?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Addis Ababa and Dubai, Nairobi, Entebbe, Balbala, Cape Town, Beirut, Minneapolis, Jeddah, Istanbul, Beijing, Cairo, Singapore, Tokyo, Las Vegas, Windhoek, Praia, Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco, London.
Which airports are there in New York?
New York is mainly served by John F. Kennedy International. But there are other airports nearby, including Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia, New York Stewart International Airport.
What airports are near New York?
The main airport in New York is John F. Kennedy International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Bradley International, Rhode Island T. F. Green Int'l Airport, Harrisburg International, Trenton–Mercer, Long Island MacArthur, Albany International, Lehigh Valley International, Westchester County, Atlantic City International.
What airports are near Addis Ababa?
The main airport in Addis Ababa is Addis Ababa Bole International. It is also served by Addis Ababa Bole International, Awasa.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between New York and Addis Ababa?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between New York and Addis Ababa thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between New York and Addis Ababa can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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