Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Addis Ababa.
Each week, there are 44 Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, select the 10:30 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:50 with Ethiopian Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your ADD to DXB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Dubai holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of United Arab Emirates:
Emirates has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Ethiopian Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ADD to DXB flights, with 82.87% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ADD and DXB:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Hargeisa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is Rs53,948. A return plane ticket right now is Rs92,718. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ADD to DXB.
The cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ADD to DXB.
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Handy information about Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, data shows 67.14% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport from central Addis Ababa, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ADD:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ADD to DXB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Abu Dhabi is another must-experience destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
