Travelling from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
Take a direct Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 30 minutes.
Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is the busiest route. Ethiopian Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IST to ADD is with Ethiopian Airlines at 11:55pm.
Your flight from Istanbul to ADD won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
When leaving from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with Ethiopian Airlines.
Ethiopian Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to ADD.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to ADD leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to ADD flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ADD and get cosy, quick:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 136 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 321 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flights from Istanbul to ADD by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on an Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). Plan your visit to Addis Ababa in April for a more low-key escape.
Lock in an Istanbul to ADD plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Addis Ababa to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in November when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Addis Ababa
Start your Addis Ababa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Addis Ababa visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and King Minelik II Palace (Unity Park-አንድነት ፓርክ).
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've visited Addis Ababa, now it's time to discover other parts of Ethiopia. Travel about 257 kilometres south-west to Jimma to tick off its leading attractions. From Jimma Central Hotel - ጂማ ሴንትራል ሆቴል to Jimma Museum and Aba Jifar Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Any trip to Ethiopia wouldn't be complete without visiting Kombolcha. Yegof forest የየጎፍ ደን is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 257 kilometres north-east of Addis Ababa.