Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Sydney.
To ensure you get on your SYD to ADD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SYD and ADD include:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Currently, 486 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.133 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SYD to ADD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SYD to ADD.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near ADD:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to central Addis Ababa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
November has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to ADD sometime then if you like travelling in 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, popular attractions include ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Ethiopia, head for Nazrēt, about 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque are the start of reasons to visit.