Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Bangkok.
Flights from BKK to ADD start at 00:55 — the earliest with Ethiopian Airlines. The latest departure is at 01:55 with Ethiopian Airlines. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your BKK to ADD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer 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.
Getting to Addis Ababa (and then discovering more of Ethiopia!) is a cinch with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Ethiopian Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating BKK to ADD flights, Ethiopian Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BKK and ADD:
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight is Rs91,865. A return plane ticket is currently Rs142,077. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKK to ADD.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BKK to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
If you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ADD:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion to explore beyond Addis Ababa's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
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 about 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 Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 25ºC.
November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BKK to ADD sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many cities in Ethiopia waiting to be explored after you've seen Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
Nazrēt is another must-experience destination in Ethiopia and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. No journey is complete without dropping by Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.
