Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Addis Ababa.
Each week, there are six Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, go for the 23:00 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:35 with Ethiopian Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ADD to ATH flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Ethiopian Airlines has direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
Ethiopian Airlines is the top choice for travelers on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for ADD to ATH flights is Ethiopian Airlines.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ADD and ATH:
Cairo International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $238. A round-trip fare is currently $526. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ADD to ATH.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ADD to ATH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
When it comes to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.14% of flights complete their journey on time.
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is about 6 kilometers from central Addis Ababa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ADD:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Athens in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ADD to ATH sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometers away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometers north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among the biggest draws.