Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

Flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,130 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,894, a difference of $764. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Addis Ababa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,379 to $10,757. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Diego to Addis Ababa looking right now?

One-way fares from San Diego to Addis Ababa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,063, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is 11 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Addis Ababa flight?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa range from $1,382 to $1,758, with an average of $1,572 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,382 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

Etihad Airways ($1,410) and Qatar Airways ($1,419) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Addis Ababa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest round-trip

$1,379

Typical prices: $1,382-$1,758

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Tue 12/4Wed 12/12

SAN - ADD • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$792

Typical prices: $702-$1,074

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Sat 12/1

SAN - ADD • 3 stops

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November

Cheapest • 20% price drop

December

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Addis Ababa

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 12

9:40 pm - 12:20 pmSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

51h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

2:05 pm - 12:40 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

33h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Calgary

$1,379Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31

9:45 pm - 7:45 amSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

47h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

2:05 pm - 8:13 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

41h 08m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,410Etihad Airways

Sun, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 17

11:06 am - 12:15 amSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

26h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 am - 5:57 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

27h 12m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,419Qatar Airways

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

12:35 pm - 11:40 pmSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

24h 05m3 stops Santa Barbara Denver Intl Istanbul

1:15 am - 7:13 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

28h 58m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,569Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 12

9:45 pm - 7:15 amSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

22h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:00 am - 11:28 amADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

37h 28m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,578Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 18

9:40 am - 11:40 pmSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

27h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Istanbul

1:15 am - 11:00 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

32h 45m2 stops Istanbul San Francisco

$1,669Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

9:45 pm - 7:15 amSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

22h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

12:20 am - 10:31 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

33h 11m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl

$1,883United Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 18

12:15 pm - 11:40 pmSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

24h 25m3 stops Santa Barbara Denver Intl Istanbul

1:15 am - 11:00 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

32h 45m2 stops Istanbul San Francisco

$1,884Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 19

6:50 am - 8:30 amSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

38h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:40 pm - 10:55 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

35h 15m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,063Ethiopian Air

Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Jan 4

4:20 pm - 8:30 amSAN San Diego-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

29h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:00 pm - 3:42 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-SAN San Diego

27h 42m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$3,729Ethiopian Air

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Addis Ababa flight?
Round-trip flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa range from $1,382 to $1,758, with an average of $1,572 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,382 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Addis Ababa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,379 to $10,757. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Addis Ababa looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Addis Ababa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,063, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Addis Ababa?
Flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,130 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,894, a difference of $764.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa is 11 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,130, about $764 less than Thursday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Addis Ababa trip for November. Fares historically average $1,259 round-trip in that month - typically $896 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.

• Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
• Hotel Lobelia
• Sapphire Addis Hotel

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