Travelling from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
You can select from numerous airports when organising your flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). Check out your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Book a direct flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 45 minutes.
Addis Ababa is 3 hours ahead of London. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
With 10 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is the busiest route. Ethiopian Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from LHR to ADD is with Ethiopian Airlines at 21:15.
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 with enough time to catch your flight from London to ADD.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) can be booked from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from LHR.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from London to ADD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Prefer to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can book a direct flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) out of this hub.
Board your direct flight from London to ADD with Ethiopian Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of LGW.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between London Gatwick Airport and ADD:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from London to ADD, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
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 get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
For a one-way ticket from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Rs42,268 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs103,683. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from London to ADD if you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Addis Ababa. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Schedule your flight from London to ADD for March if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Addis Ababa to range from 9ºC to 25ºC.
Visit in November if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 6ºC and 22ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
More about Addis Ababa
Start your Addis Ababa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to experience Addis Ababa is to check out its top sights. Essential stops include Ethnological Museum, National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
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