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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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1:15 pm - 11:30 pmSFO-ADD
24h 15m1 stop
12:45 am - 11:05 amADD-SFO
21h 20m1 stop
$818Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 8 - Mon, Nov 18
1:15 pm - 11:30 pmSFO-ADD
24h 15m1 stop
12:45 am - 4:45 pmADD-SFO
27h 00m1 stop
$819Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 8 - Sun, Nov 24
4:10 pm - 12:10 amSFO-ADD
22h 00m1 stop
1:10 am - 1:50 pmADD-SFO
22h 40m1 stop
$934Qatar Airways
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Tue, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 14
10:23 am - 12:05 amSFO-ADD
26h 42m2 stops
1:35 am - 12:35 pmADD-SFO
22h 00m1 stop
$956Qatar Airways
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Tue, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 25
11:35 pm - 8:00 amSFO-ADD
22h 25m1 stop
10:50 pm - 7:17 pmADD-SFO
30h 27m2 stops
$1,088Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 28
10:44 pm - 8:30 amSFO-ADD
22h 46m1 stop
10:50 pm - 3:42 pmADD-SFO
27h 52m2 stops
$1,124Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 26
4:50 pm - 7:15 amSFO-ADD
27h 25m1 stop
2:50 pm - 3:17 pmADD-SFO
35h 27m2 stops
$1,193United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 29 - Mon, Feb 3
4:27 pm - 7:15 amSFO-ADD
27h 48m2 stops
2:50 pm - 1:55 pmADD-SFO
34h 05m2 stops
$1,197United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 26
2:40 pm - 8:00 pmSFO-ADD
42h 20m2 stops
12:05 am - 12:35 pmADD-SFO
23h 30m1 stop
$1,425Lufthansa
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Wed, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 27
2:40 pm - 6:15 amSFO-ADD
29h 35m1 stop
12:05 am - 1:35 pmADD-SFO
23h 30m1 stop
$1,552Lufthansa
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Flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Addis Ababa on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Addis Ababa. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa is October, where tickets cost $845 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $1,750 and $1,558 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 168 days before departure.

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February

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January

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$520
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Addis Ababa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa

  • How can reach the city center after my flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    After your flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa, you can reach the city center by getting a taxi or a ride-sharing service from the airport. The journey takes approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Alternatively, you can use the light rail system, known as the Addis Ababa Light Rail Transit, which connects the airport to various parts of the city, including the city center.

  • Can I board Turkish Airlines with my pet on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    Yes, Turkish Airlines allows pets to travel on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa. Your pet can be transported in the cargo hold if its weight does not exceed 99 lbs. Alternatively, if your pet weighs less than 17 lbs, you may be able to carry it in the cabin.

  • Can I pre-select my seat when I book with Ethiopian Airlines on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    Yes, Ethiopian Airlines allows passengers to pre-select their seats when booking flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa. This enables you to choose your preferred seat in advance, ensuring your comfort and convenience during the journey. Please note that seat selection may be subject to availability, so it is advisable to make your selection as early as possible.

  • Which special meals can I get when I board Ethiopian Airlines from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    On Ethiopian Airlines' San Francisco to Addis Ababa route, you can enjoy a range of special meals. Options may include low-fat, vegan, low-salt, diabetic, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free meals. They also offer special meals for religious and cultural requirements, such as Hindu, Kosher, Muslim, and Jain meals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa was $520 for a one-way ticket and $818 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Addis Ababa?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Addis Ababa from San Francisco.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Addis Ababa, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Addis Ababa from San Francisco?

    Istanbul is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Addis Ababa.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,308 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,033 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Addis Ababa from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Addis Ababa with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and ADD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Addis Ababa from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Addis Ababa

  • U.S. citizens traveling from San Francisco (SFO) to Addis Ababa (ADD), Ethiopia typically require a valid passport and a visa for entry. The visa can be obtained either in advance from the Ethiopian Embassy or Consulate in the United States, or upon arrival at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa.
  • Additionally, Ethiopian Airlines strives helps passengers with disabilities on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa in numerous ways. They offer a variety of services, including wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and trained staff to assist with boarding and disembarking.
  • Ethiopian Airlines provides a range of kid-friendly amenities on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa. These include dedicated children's meals with diverse options, entertainment systems offering a wide selection of TV shows, movies, and games suitable for children, and the provision of infant bassinets for young travelers. Additionally, the friendly cabin crew is attentive to the needs of families traveling with children, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable journey for everyone.
  • Turkish Airlines provides a variety of in-flight entertainment choices on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa. Passengers can enjoy a variety of movies, TV shows, music, and games on their personal screens. The airline also offers a selection of audio books and language learning programs to enhance the travel experience.
  • Ethiopian Airlines aids sustainable travel on flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa through various initiatives. They prioritize fuel efficiency by utilizing modern aircraft and implementing efficient operational practices. The airline also supports carbon offset programs to mitigate emissions.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Addis Ababa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Addis Ababa. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Addis Ababa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3974 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.6Comfort
8.1Crew
7.4Food
7.6Entertainment
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Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Aug 2024SFO - DOH
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Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

Check in desk people constrained by fear. Obvious typo on Uganda visa, even though approved, caused loss of flight. Something is definitely wrong with this system.

Between Air India and Qatar my luggage was lost for three days. I eventually found my own luggage location using the Apple Air Tag. Air India used a paper form to report my lost luggage. I could never get past getting past luggage personnel with my report number before they would hang up on me. Only after them specifically telling Air India at Chandigarh airport where my luggage was located which was right under their noses did they react. After three days I finally received my luggage. The Air India luggage folks didn’t seem proactive in finding the luggage’s rightful owner.

Besides the flight cancellation, everything else was prefect. Kudos to Malaysian Airlines.

Operated by American Airlines. Very chaotic and the crew was bit rough responding any enquiries. Restricted leg space.. Qatar would have been better

Qatar airways from Doha to guangzhau was excellent big bird Boeing 777 more room and smoothly flight, I Love it

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

The made us waiting and held our passports and boarding pass making us miss our flights

Not impressed. Only allowed one carry on on such a long flight.

The flight was good but my neighbor had the vent open full power for the whole flight and because the air was blowing from the side instead of from the top and I got very cold and ended up with a sore throat.

I did not like the quality of the food and there was no snacks offered between meals.

Awful seats, poor air circulation. Smelled like poop for 3-5 mins after someone used the bathroom. Child screaming for 13 hours

Temperature in plane in both segments was warm. Otherwise, great experience

Stale, bad and limited food, drink options. Entertainment system was broken, old and had barely any latest contents.

Love that they had a bassinet for our child during the flight. Thank you for that big time.

We are thankful for the useful gifts provided by the airline.The entertainment and crew were also very good

The flight encountered weather turbulences and it was scary at times but the pilot was outstanding! The food is outstanding! The crew was great. Only thing is the flight path map could be better (Reference: Emirates) Also would be nice to have more choice of soft drinks during the flight since it is a long flight. If the crews coming around with water instead of us going to the crew area asking.

Amazing, great airlines to go in business class. Hospitality is amazing. Food is great and lounge in Istanbul is at another level.

Overall it was a pretty good experience until I arrived in Accra and my suitcase was left in turkey.

My experience with Turkish airlines has been pretty good. I connected from Istanbul to Tirana Albania. One of my luggage’s didn’t come. Very disappointed with that, we had our year old grandson with us! Babiest things were in that bag . Hopefully I get the bag tomorrow or next day !

Flight was quite late as there was no pilot Crew is usually excellent, this flight not as good as usual there were more mistakes, slower and less friendly service But honestly the aircraft was too cramped and uncomfortable for a 4 hour flying get so, do to the aircraft liability the very best you could ever do is mediocre.

It was so uncomfortable for 14 straight hours it was torture

Absolute disaster. Rude, uncooperative staff. Staff ignores and pretends you don’t exist when you are asking them a question. Erroneous departure gate and baggage claim information. Equipment not working for purchase of drinks. Overly expensive baggage check-in fees. Overly crowded. Dirty airplane. Passengers coughing incessantly as if they were being gassed. Circled airport in flight several times and waited on the tarmac for 1.5 hours. The worst experience ever. Consider another industry. The travel industry is not for you.

The pairing of personal Bluetooth headset did not work, provided headset did not work, then the screen locked and therefore no in-flight entertainment was available.

Our flight was delayed several times. It left 9 hours after scheduling. We had to sleep in the airport.

This flight was 2.5 hours delayed due to crew issues. This meant that we arrived after 2 AM. Very very inconvenient and we were not really kept well informed.

Everyone on board was great. It was just super late and we missed our connection in Frankfurt, and had to power through jet lag while we waited 4 hours in the terminal. My family missed a big welcome dinner in Berlin.

United is today and old, the planes, the staff, the business processes. Yet they expect premium prices for a less than average flight experience. I should have remembered to stay away from them and will remember to stay away from them in the future since I'm traveling a lot again. In a nutshell, they suck eggs.

Two staff were rude, loud and burnt out I think. Two were friendly kind and helpful.

Frankfurt airport is the worst. Passengers are forced to use stairs to get to the terminal or catch a shuttle. Very inconvenient for passengers who are ambulatory challenged or have physical handicaps.

My experience was with Ethiopian airlines was pathetic. I would not recommend anyone to travel with Ethiopian air. Customer Service was very poor, rude stuff and flight attendants. Unwilling to offer help when asked either not able to articulate English properly or adamantly rude. Bole airport is dirty and unpleasant. Many passengers going through the airport but inadequate staff to offer service. Passengers in the flight very unkempt. Noisy flight. flight attendants unable to make order during flight. Passengers with kids unable to control their kids. The kids kept screaming, and shouting during the flight making everyone uncomfortable. Overall the flight was not comfortable.

The experience was amazing! Many thanks to the pilot who informed us that we were passing mt Kilimanjaro and we had the chance to see it !

I like the leg room. I did not like the plane from Chicago to Addis. It was dirty and smelly and toilet area filthy. My screen was not working and kept saying loading. The plane from Addis to Harare was clean , more modern and food looked much fresher and tasted better. Boarding at Addis was a nightmare, long queues and lots of confusion,International space has no seating are and one is standing all the time.

It’s good alternative flight out from Mogadishu, especially for the timing

Am Wowed I did not ever thought African has such an amazing airline before.

I took 4 Ethiopian Airlines flights on my trip. Each flight was one of the worst experiences I have had flying. The interior was filthy on each flight, the seats, the floors, the bathrooms. All were filthy. At 5-10, my knees touched the seat in front of me. The person in front of me declined their seat, basically making eye contact with me should they look up. My seat did not recline, so I was trapped in my seat, unable to use the bathroom or get up from my seat unless I woke up the person laying in my lap. My tv and seat were broken, as well as my friends seat and tv for our 14 hr flight. The bathroom closest to us was already clogged before we took off, so the backed up bathroom smells wafted out and into our row the entire 14 hr flight. Out of 4 flights, they were out of vegetarian food options for each meal. Flight staff was fairly rude and unapologetic, finally agreeing to give me a second roll and butter instead of no substitute offered for most of the meals. Flight crew had zero control over the passengers, allowing adults to congregate by exit doors and talk loudly during sleeping hours. Children were allowed to be completely ignored as they played outside of their seats and screeched for the ENTIRE 16 hr return flight. Forcing passengers to try and shush the children. Passengers then got up and got their bags the second the flight touched down, ignoring all safety and exit protocols. I will NEVER fly another Ethiopian Airlines flight as long as I live.

Lost our bags. They didn’t make it to Lilongwe

Movie channels was great. Air hostess could be a little more caring

I did not receive my luggage This airline is not good. My luggage is missing please you guys need to find my luggage. It’s been three days now I cannot get my luggage. This is not a good business I

Business and economy lines were common for most of the journey including check in and security control in Addis Abbeba. Food choice was fine, however there was a hair in my rice

The flight was cold, no enough blanket and the crew said that they can’t change it. I got very sick in the flight . Most of the kids were coughing.

Plane was delayed about an hour but nice crew and service

Smooth flight. Safe airline. Professional crew. Glitchy entertainment touch screen. So-so food. So-so seat padding.

It wasn't clear that there will be additional charge for checked in baggage. Very, very disappointed making me pay extra $75. Food was not tasty and not healthy. Lufthansa used to be good, not any more. Unfortunately has gone down big time and continues to go down.

This was not a UA flight. This was Lufthansa. Good experience overall

Okay, the flight was over an hour late leaving LAX! I barely made my connecting flight! Very stressful experience! Lufthansa 747 biz class needs a serious upgrade to its seating! The food was good, but the staff was mostly very cold but did a good job!

Food was tasteless, service pretty bad (no water offered after dinner throughout the night); seats were narrow and tight, with very little legroom.

Poor, we had 1 hour to grab our checked luggage, go through customs, recheck bags and run across terminals to make our United flight. Poorly planned connections.

Staff didn’t care in business class. Closed the door on my mom while she was on the jetbridge and flight attendant told me she would make it from the connecting flight. They lied. My luggage was damaged on arrival. No success in filing damage claim.

Overall, the flight was comfortable without any serious issues. Transit through Frankfurt airport was a little confusing, but not too difficult if you follow the signs

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Addis Ababa found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
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45h 45mSFO-ADD
$520
2/2Sun
1 stopEthiopian Air
21h 30mSFO-ADD
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10/2Wed
1 stopEthiopian Air
23h 35mSFO-ADD
$666
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2/3Mon
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31h 00mSFO-ADD
$809
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1 stopTurkish Airlines
23h 35mSFO-ADD
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11/29Fri
3 stopsUnited Airlines
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These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa that are departing in the next 10 days.
9/24Tue
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
24h 15mSFO-ADD
10/23Wed
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
25h 25mADD-SFO
$867
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multi-stopAmerican Airlines
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$939
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$944
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multi-stopAir Canada
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$1,123
9/23Mon
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10/10Thu
multi-stopAir Canada
31h 26mADD-SFO
$1,128
9/23Mon
multi-stopEthiopian Air
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10/11Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
26h 50mADD-SFO
$1,151
9/24Tue
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24h 25mSFO-ADD
10/24Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
36h 08mADD-SFO
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31h 06mADD-SFO
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29h 39mADD-SFO
$1,841

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