Travelling from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Addis Ababa and Doha share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
You can choose from six weekly Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. The 01:10 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:50.
To ensure you get on your ADD to DOH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ethiopian Airlines has direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Doha — and maybe even more of Qatar if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering ADD to DOH flights. An impressive 92.31% of its services on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ADD and DOH:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Madinah Airport
Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
When it comes to Addis Ababa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Addis Ababa Airport from central Addis Ababa, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ADD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Book a hotel close to DOH if you're taking a late Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and chase adventure across Doha and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week in advance.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Doha based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Hamad International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Doha, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ADD to DOH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many cities in Qatar waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Qur'anic Botanic Garden and Education City Mosque.
Another favourite destination in Qatar, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is located around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Make time for highlights including Barzan Towers.