Traveling from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Dubai: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is one hour ahead of Addis Ababa, where Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Flydubai operates the earliest flight at 04:45. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from ADD to DXB is with Ethiopian Airlines at 22:50.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ADD to Dubai flight.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Direct Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai include:
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from ADD to Dubai with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
ADD is around 6 kilometers from central Addis Ababa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near ADD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of all flights leaving Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, 67.14% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Dubai
$187 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $340. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ADD to Dubai. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ADD to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the center of Dubai takes about 15 minutes by car. The center is roughly 14 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and discover more of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your flight from ADD to Dubai can help you get the best possible rate.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometers from central Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near DWC. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your ADD to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ADD to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Dubai:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 121 kilometers away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another favorite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometers east of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
