Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, making Addis Ababa ten hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your SFO to ADD flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SFO and ADD:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight is 603 €. A return ticket right now is 936 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to ADD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% touch down on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options 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 beyond Addis Ababa's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
From Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Addis Ababa in April.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ADD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many cities in Ethiopia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa, Nazrēt is another favourite stop in Ethiopia. No visit is complete without checking out Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.