Traveling from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, making Addis Ababa two hours ahead of Kinshasa.
To ensure you catch your FIH to ADD flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Traveling to Addis Ababa (and then discovering more of Ethiopia!) is a snap with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating FIH to ADD flights, Ethiopian Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FIH and ADD:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Pointe Noire Airport
Quatro de Fevereiro Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
$348 is currently the lowest price for a one-way N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $573. These fares may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from FIH to ADD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FIH to ADD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about N'djili Airport (FIH)
52.02% of flights leaving from N'djili Airport land at their destination on time.
N'djili Airport is about 23 kilometers from central Kinshasa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a short drive from FIH, spend the night in Hotel Stella and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Go beyond Addis Ababa and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is approximately 6 kilometers from the center of Addis Ababa. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from N'djili Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FIH to ADD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many places in Ethiopia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometers away to the east, its best attractions include ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
If you want to check out another major destination in Ethiopia, consider Nazrēt, roughly 80 kilometers south-east of Addis Ababa. Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque are key highlights.