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Flight deals from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 171 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.171 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Dire Dawa.172 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 172 €, select.
Dire Dawa.174 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Fri, 18 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Dire Dawa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dire Dawa on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 174 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa

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

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Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found171 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 14 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week50

Finding cheap flights from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa is 171 €. 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.
1 hour and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa.
Ethiopian Airlines flies direct from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa.
As of June 2026, there are 55 flights per week flying from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa.
The cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport on Monday, 22 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour 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 Dire Dawa 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 Dire Dawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dire Dawa.

Flying from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Dire Dawa Airport (DIR): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Flights from ADD to DIR start from 06:00 — the earliest with Ethiopian Airlines. The last departure is at 18:05 with Ethiopian Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 48 weekly Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your ADD to DIR flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Getting to Dire Dawa (and then seeing more of Ethiopia!) is a cinch with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating ADD to DIR flights is Ethiopian Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 66.89% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Dire Dawa Airport (DIR)

  • Right now, 86 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 171 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ADD to DIR.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from ADD to DIR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)

  • Of the flights that depart from Addis Ababa Airport, 60% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ADD. Whether you have an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Dire Dawa Airport (DIR)

Getting from Dire Dawa Airport (DIR) to central Dire Dawa

  • From Dire Dawa Airport, Dire Dawa is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Dire Dawa Airport (DIR)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Dire Dawa. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Dire Dawa is June, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire Dawa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ADD to DIR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Ethiopia

  • Dire Dawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Ethiopia just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres west of Dire Dawa, a trip to Addis Ababa will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Addis Ababa Ethnographic Museum.

  • Have time for another stop? Head for Nazrēt. It's about 306 kilometres west of Dire Dawa and boasts highlights including Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.

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