How long does it take to fly to Addis Ababa?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or San Diego, and flying into Addis Ababa, then you can expect flight times to average 21h 40m and 22h, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Addis Ababa Bole?

American Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from California to Addis Ababa Bole

What airlines fly to Addis Ababa?

Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Addis Ababa from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Addis Ababa. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Addis Ababa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Addis Ababa Bole Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:50 pm - 11:25 pm

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ADD

41h 35m1 stop

12:40 am - 4:45 pm

ADD

SFO

27h 05m1 stop

$917Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2

6:50 pm - 11:35 pm

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41h 45m1 stop

12:40 am - 4:45 pm

ADD

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27h 05m1 stop

$926Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 24

6:50 pm - 11:35 pm

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ADD

41h 45m1 stop

12:40 am - 4:45 pm

ADD

SFO

27h 05m1 stop

$936Turkish Airlines

Sun, Jan 11 - Tue, Feb 10

1:45 pm - 9:20 am

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33h 35m2 stops

10:20 am - 6:00 pm

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41h 40m2 stops

$942Multiple Airlines

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1:55 pm - 9:30 am

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8:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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32h 00m2 stops

$943Multiple Airlines

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7:00 am - 9:35 pm

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27h 35m2 stops

9:00 am - 9:16 am

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35h 16m2 stops

$1,068Ethiopian Air

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 26

2:05 pm - 9:25 pm

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45h 20m2 stops

9:00 am - 10:43 am

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LAX

35h 43m2 stops

$1,078Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 23 - Wed, Apr 29

8:40 am - 7:00 am

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35h 20m3 stops

1:35 am - 9:05 pm

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54h 30m3 stops

$1,365Air Canada

Sun, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 14

11:12 am - 6:25 am

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32h 13m2 stops

2:50 pm - 9:28 pm

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41h 38m2 stops

$1,370Lufthansa

Mon, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 29

7:00 am - 6:45 am

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37h 45m3 stops

12:45 am - 1:26 pm

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SJC

46h 41m3 stops

$3,548Air Canada

Sat, Jun 20 - Fri, Jul 10

Ethiopian Air flights from California to Addis Ababa

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 20

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

27h 25m

2 stops

ADD9:25 pmAddis Ababa Bole

Jan 27

ADD9:00 amAddis Ababa Bole

35h 40m

2 stops

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

$996

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 11

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

27h 25m

2 stops

ADD9:25 pmAddis Ababa Bole

Feb 11

ADD9:00 amAddis Ababa Bole

37h 17m

2 stops

SFO11:17 amSan Francisco

$1,005

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 19

SFO8:34 pmSan Francisco

37h 51m

2 stops

ADD9:25 pmAddis Ababa Bole

Feb 11

ADD9:00 amAddis Ababa Bole

37h 17m

2 stops

SFO11:17 amSan Francisco

$1,014

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United Airlines flights from California to Addis Ababa

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United Airlines

Jan 6

LAX7:01 amLos Angeles

36h 24m

2 stops

ADD6:25 amAddis Ababa Bole

Mar 4

ADD2:50 pmAddis Ababa Bole

35h 20m

2 stops

LAX3:10 pmLos Angeles

$1,378

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United Airlines

Jan 31

SMF2:25 pmSacramento Intl

29h 50m

2 stops

ADD7:15 amAddis Ababa Bole

May 8

ADD10:50 pmAddis Ababa Bole

31h 37m

3 stops

SMF8:27 pmSacramento Intl

$1,483

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Feb 9

SJC12:00 pmSan Jose

31h 25m

2 stops

ADD6:25 amAddis Ababa Bole

Feb 16

ADD10:50 pmAddis Ababa Bole

33h 15m

3 stops

SJC9:05 pmSan Jose

$1,527

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San Francisco

Mon 1/19

6:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 2/2

12:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$917

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

6:50 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop41h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 2/24

12:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$926

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

6:50 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop41h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 2/10

12:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$936

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

1:45 pm-9:20 am

2 stops33h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 5/10

10:20 am-6:00 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$942

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

1:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops32h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 5/21

8:00 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$943

Los AngelesAddis Ababa

LAX - ADD

LAXADD

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 2/26

9:00 am-9:16 am

2 stops35h 16m

$1,068

Los AngelesAddis Ababa

LAX - ADD

LAXADD

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

2:05 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 4/29

9:00 am-10:43 am

2 stops35h 43m

$1,078

San JoseAddis Ababa

SJC - ADD

SJCADD

San Jose

Sun 2/8

8:40 am-7:00 am

3 stops35h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 2/14

1:35 am-9:05 pm

3 stops54h 30m

$1,365

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Mon 12/29

11:12 am-6:25 am

2 stops32h 13m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 1/29

2:50 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops41h 38m

$1,370

San JoseAddis Ababa

SJC - ADD

SJCADD

San Jose

Sat 6/20

7:00 am-6:45 am

3 stops37h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 7/10

12:45 am-1:26 pm

3 stops46h 41m

$3,548

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Addis Ababa?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Addis Ababa from California, with most prices found around $980. If you aren’t able to travel to Addis Ababa during the month of August, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $990.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Addis Ababa?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Addis Ababa from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,079. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Addis Ababa for around $1,337.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Addis Ababa?

Flying to Addis Ababa from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $984 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Addis Ababa, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,361 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Addis Ababa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Addis Ababa from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Addis Ababa for around $1,173 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Addis Ababa from California for as low as $1,024 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Addis Ababa flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Addis Ababa flight.

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The fastest flight from California to Addis Ababa takes 21h 25m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Addis Ababa Bole Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Addis Ababa Bole Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SAUDIA	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 653 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $839	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,120 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $870	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,692 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $990	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 919 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $1,098	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 884 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,234	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,444 reviews	Search Emirates flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,302	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,116 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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