This is a rare find you don’t see everyday. Montreal to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for just $632 CAD roundtrip. Considering flights on this route usually cost over $1,700, it’s a great opportunity for budget-conscious travellers.
You’ll be flying with Air Algeria with two stopovers along the way, but for this price, it’s pretty fair trade. If you’re flexible and up for a bit of adventure, this could be the perfect excuse to finally visit Africa.
Multiple dates available in September and October, 2026 with different baggage options through Skyscanner and Kayak.
Availability
- Travel window: September and October 2026
- Limited dates available
- There are 2 layovers each way in Algeria and Chad
Baggage
Baggage allowance depends on the platform you book with.
- Skyscanner: Personal item + Carry-on bag (Checked baggage for a fee)
- Kayak: 1 Carry-on + 2 Checked baggages for a slightly higher price ($642 CAD)
How to Book this Travel Deal
- Go onto Google Flights.
- Enter Montreal (YUL) → Addis Ababa (ADD).
- Click on the departure date box on the right-hand side to open up the calendar view:
- In the calendar view, search for departure dates starting in September 2026 and you will see which return dates have the lowest prices highlighted in green.
- After finding suitable travel dates, you can go directly onto the Skyscanner or Kayak’s website and:
- Enter in your departure city and the destination city (YUL)
- Enter in the desired departure and return date you selected in the calendar search above
- Go through the flight booking process and review the layover and baggage details
Sample Travel Dates:
- Sept 11 – Sept 17, 20, 24, 27 or Oct 1, 4, 8, 11
- Sept 18 – Sept 24, 27 or Oct 1, 4, 8, 15, 18
- Sept 25 – Oct 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22
- Oct 02 – Oct 8, 11, 15, 18, 22
- Oct 09 – Oct 15, 18, 22
- Oct 16 – Oct 22
- Screenshot from Skyscanner (includes 1 carry-on only)
- Screenshot from Kayak (includes 1 carry-on + 2 checked baggages for $10 CAD more)
Best Things to Do in Addis Ababa
- Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia to see “Lucy,” one of the oldest human fossils
- Take in panoramic views from the Entoto Mountains
- Explore Merkato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets
- Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony
- Enjoy authentic dishes like injera and doro wat
- Discover historic churches and vibrant local culture
Cheap Flights from Addis Ababa
Onward connections to extend your trip
- Addis Ababa to Nairobi – from $160 CAD one-way via Ethiopian Airlines
- Addis Ababa to Dubai – from $200 CAD one-way via flydubai
- Addis Ababa to Cairo – from $200 CAD one-way via EgyptAir
- Addis Ababa to Zanzibar – from $150 CAD one-way via Ethiopian Airlines