Flying from Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo. Check out your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
Jump on a direct Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 12 hours.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is six hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa.
The most popular route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). There are 7 direct services each week. Ethiopian Airlines operates a 1:30am departure between GRU and ADD.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to ADD.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) take off from this terminal.
When departing from GRU, you can catch a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with Ethiopian Airlines.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines from GRU to ADD.
Ethiopian Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 84.75% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to ADD with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GRU and ADD include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Sao Paulo to ADD flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.8%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At VCP, that figure is 75.02%.
About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ADD:
Start your adventure the moment you land with an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion to explore parts of Addis Ababa that don't always get the spotlight.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 592 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 461 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Sao Paulo to ADD by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
February is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Sao Paulo to ADD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to ADD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
November sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Addis Ababa
Start your Addis Ababa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your Addis Ababa trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and King Minelik II Palace (Unity Park-አንድነት ፓርክ).
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've done Addis Ababa, now it's time to discover other corners of Ethiopia. Journey 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've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Have time for another stop? Head off for Kombolcha. It's located about 257 kilometres north-east of Addis Ababa and boasts highlights like Yegof forest የየጎፍ ደን.
