Travelling from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), you'll have a good choice of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa.
You can choose from 7 direct flights every week between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). This is the busiest route, with Ethiopian Airlines offering a 8:15pm departure from LHR to ADD.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to ADD.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can jump on a direct flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Ethiopian Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport taking off from LHR.
Ethiopian Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LHR to ADD.
Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.33% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from London to ADD leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
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Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Planning to catch a flight from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Board your direct flight from London to ADD with Ethiopian Airlines. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of LGW.
Ethiopian Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from LGW to ADD.
With 70.73% of its services arriving as scheduled, Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between London Gatwick Airport and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, browse these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
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London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can book a plane ticket from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) with a stop or two leaving from Stansted Airport (STN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and ADD:
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 192 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 404 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from London to ADD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your London to ADD plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in November when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Addis Ababa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Addis Ababa right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport:
Your Addis Ababa visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that should be on your list include National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and King Minelik II Palace (Unity Park-አንድነት ፓርክ).
Explore more of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Ethiopia waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-west of Addis Ababa, a trip to Jimma will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Jimma Central Hotel - ጂማ ሴንትራል ሆቴል, Jimma Museum and Aba Jifar Palace.
Any journey through Ethiopia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Kombolcha. Yegof forest የየጎፍ ደን is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 257 kilometres north-east of Addis Ababa.
