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$770 Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Addis Ababa (SFO-ADD)

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 - 4:45 pmADD-SFO
27h 00m1 stop
$911Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Sep 8 - Sun, Feb 23
6:30 am - 6:00 amSFO-ADD
37h 30m2 stops
9:00 am - 9:39 amADD-SFO
35h 39m2 stops
$974Air Canada
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Sun, Sep 8 - Mon, Feb 24
8:30 am - 6:00 amSFO-ADD
35h 30m2 stops
12:30 am - 9:49 pmADD-SFO
32h 19m2 stops
$1,124Air Canada
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Sun, Sep 8 - Sun, Feb 23
4:10 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-ADD
21h 40m1 stop
1:10 am - 1:50 pmADD-SFO
22h 40m1 stop
$1,153Qatar Airways
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Fri, Jul 12 - Wed, Oct 9
10:40 am - 1:35 pmSFO-ADD
40h 55m2 stops
10:45 am - 1:25 pmADD-SFO
36h 40m1 stop
$1,640United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 10 - Mon, Aug 12
10:40 am - 1:35 pmSFO-ADD
40h 55m2 stops
10:45 am - 7:51 pmADD-SFO
43h 06m2 stops
$1,646United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 10 - Mon, Aug 12
11:59 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-ADD
35h 21m3 stops
10:50 pm - 7:20 pmADD-SFO
31h 30m3 stops
$1,754Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Sep 8 - Mon, Feb 24
1:10 am - 8:00 amSFO-ADD
20h 50m1 stop
8:35 am - 12:51 amADD-SFO
26h 16m2 stops
$1,760Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Jun 19 - Sat, Jun 29
2:40 pm - 5:55 amSFO-ADD
29h 15m1 stop
10:35 am - 4:00 pmADD-SFO
63h 25m3 stops
$1,779Lufthansa
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Mon, May 27 - Thu, Jun 27
8:25 am - 5:55 amSFO-ADD
35h 30m2 stops
10:35 am - 4:00 pmADD-SFO
63h 25m3 stops
$1,784Lufthansa
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Mon, May 27 - Thu, Jun 27

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 January, where tickets cost $943 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $1,816 and $1,494 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 65 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from San Francisco to Addis Ababa found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $911 on Turkish Airlines, followed by Air Canada ($974). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $990 on Air Canada and from $1,369 on Turkish Airlines.

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February

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July

Cheapest flight

$770
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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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 $770 for a one-way ticket and $911 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 $1,366 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 $1,075 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • 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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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO 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.
7.7
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 4424 reviews
7.7Entertainment
7.8Boarding
7.5Food
7.7Comfort
8.2Crew
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Operated by American Airlines. Very chaotic and the crew was bit rough responding any enquiries. Restricted leg space.. Qatar would have been better

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2024PHL - DOH
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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.

Bad experience with the delay n long wait time for connecting flight after missing the connection flight from Doha.

Wore experience due to delay and took me 3 days to reach my destination.

All over with Qatar airlines my experience was really bad due to delays and then putting me on different airlines and after 8 hours of wait I had to listen to their is no plane to fly for another 24 hours. Wore experience ever.

Excellent will be flying again in May with Qatar. to Botswana.

Excellent service and comfort from the moment you check in. Flight crew is hyper focused on making passengers comfortable and at ease. It’s like a flying hotel!

Only chicken as a meat dish through out the flight

Nothing really was great as such. Seen other no name airlines perform better.

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I’m unclear why I had to pay extra for assigned seats as Turkish airlines did not honor the seating. We were placed across the aisle from each other on TK 34, and were seated behind one another on TK 694. Because my name was misspelled on e-ticket (Klawiter, instead of Klawitter) I could not log onto website to get the connection gate number in Istanbul. The monitors in the airport were a jumbled mess 1/2 Arabic and 1/2 English.

On line check in needs a lot of improvement. I tried and gave up.

Food not good, flight attendants not the best, not accommodating very ruff

the female flight attendant was racist towards me. I could tell she treated the two other passengers next to me with more softness.

Oh my god! For an13 hour flight they serve you food just one time. Also don’t be thirsty they give you a little small cup of soda to drink. They seem like their goal is to feed you one so they don’t have to be bothered with you. It quite surprise for such a long flight there are several times to eat at least three and the food was well lackluster. The food and lack of offering drinks which were always hot no ice provided.

We were traveling first class. Checkin counter lady and her manager, both were in bad mood and did not treat us well about checking in the handbag. The gate agent took care of it right away. I travel Turkish twice a year in first class. No one has ever refused to check in the hand bag. Not sure, why this agent and her manager refused. Everything else was excellent.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

Flight was delayed by 3 hours. The pilot made up 1 hour during the flight, but that made the wait at the airport 5 hours once you factor getting there 2 hours early.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

The gate was changed at the very last moment and no one informed us. The flight was one hour late and the screen broken, the remote control not working. One toilet was out of order . the other toilets were also not totally functioning, because the washbasin was plugged and the water couldn't flow away.

The crew were extremely unfriendly. The plane was dirty and the entertainment system did not work, so they did not even give out earphones to anyone.

It is just ok, the sits are very uncomfortable, the temperature too low and there weren’t blankets. The food is mediocre and there are no screens to watch movies.

Flight was smooth but unnecessary long because we had to refuel at FCO Rome. Air hostesses service and response to call light could be better. Both planes were old with broken seat arms and toilets. Why Africans had to be given the farthest Gates is what baffles me and why we have to pay for Aisle seats I found really strange. Is there ever an end to ripping people off even after paying over $2300 for one seat.

The entertainment (movies) blockbuster and classics never change. I am a frequent Ethiopian flyer and this should be addressed. Not much changed from my summer flight and my December flight. It is annoying - surely you can update the selections more often. Same with food options. It becomes extremely boring to be offered the same exact meals from Washington to Addis to Maputo every trip, each time. AS

Entertainment was very poor. Couldn’t watch anything. Ear pieces were the wrong type .

Food was horrible. Our flight was not comfortable due to turbulence, seats was not comfortable, Very tight barely can not move anywhere.

The check in staff was amazing. Best customer service! The plane was old! My entertainment on the first flight didn't work at all, in my seat or in the seat next to me. The bathroom doors were old and troublesome. One of the bathrooms, the whole sink panel was broken. Everything felt old and falling apart. The airline stewardesses were amazing and quite hospitable. When there were delays, they kept us well informed. Transit was GREAT! I wasn't sure how I would make it to my next flight in 1 1/2 hours but the security lines were short and efficient. The C gates in Addis Ababa were CROWDED! That whole space downstairs was too crowded and challenging to manuever. I usually fly Ethiopian within Africa and was interested to see how the experience would be intercontinental. Overall, I would choose it again if it was cheaper than Delta/Air France or Lufthansa/KLM. I wouldn't make it a first choice if the prices were the same because the planes are so old! The food and entertainment also weren't as good. Good selection of movies but as I mentioned, on the first flight they didn't work at all (I slept so it was okay) and the 2nd flight it was glitchy. All in all, I didn't hate it but it would be a first choice only if it's cheaper.

The wifi service was really poor I try to use it the service was extremely poor if that could be improved that will go a long way

The food really sucks And they really need to work on entertainment The movie selection is herendous .

Checked in is easy and it was a smooth flight from LAX to Munich

It was a busy flight and all the crew were very helpful and gracious

I wish the flight attendant was a little bit kinder

I always try to book flights that don’t charge for baggage. Yet I was charged $75 for this flight.

Used to love Lufthansa, but Rowe are too close together in Economy and passengers are allowed to recline their seats so far back it is impossible for those behind them to even reach for carry-on essentials during flight - except for meal service when flight attendants ask for seat backs to be raised, we can’t sleep on planes so this flight was most uncomfortable ever! Rod Rose

Horrible crowding on the seats, headphones provided did not fit or work in the entertainment center, seriously the most uncomfortable flight I have taken in a LONG time. The people in front of me were literally 5 inches from my face the entire flight. Did they change their seats recently? I remember it being tight but wow this was a whole new level. Also I am a 5'3" small woman so I can't even imagine a larger person dealing with that for 11 hrs.

Seat controls of lights were broken, and only 1 of the 2 seat TVs ever worked on the long flight. On the short flight there were no USB connections, on the long one they were difficult to access. Part of my meal was frozen, though the hot portion was good.

Lufthansa fails at mentioning no luggage when booking through points. We had to pay added fees to take checked bags to Europe for 2 weeks. The staff at check in were not helpful at all. told us "if we don't like it, then book another flight". Food was bad, they ran out of half the options. Vegetarian was terrible. The flight crew was nice, and tried to make it work ok.

The accommodations are top-notch. The only negative was that both our initial flights were delayed, which caused us to miss one and almost miss the other. The staff immediately handled the missed flight and compensated us for the inconvenience.

Food could be better quality - everything else was excellent , thanks Lufthansa team . GOD bless you!!!

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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.
5/22Wed
2 stops
31h 05mSFO-ADD
$770
5/22Wed
1 stop
26h 50mSFO-ADD
$809
6/12Wed
2 stops
35h 18mSFO-ADD
$827
5/31Fri
3 stops
46h 18mSFO-ADD
$829
6/12Wed
1 stop
31h 30mSFO-ADD
$874
5/31Fri
1 stop
31h 32mSFO-ADD
$885
6/8Sat
2 stopsAir Canada
53h 30mSFO-ADD
$990
6/1Sat
1 stopTurkish Airlines
24h 25mSFO-ADD
$1,369
5/21Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
43h 46mSFO-ADD
$1,786
6/11Tue
3 stopsUnited Airlines
34h 50mSFO-ADD
$6,247

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Addis Ababa

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
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.
5/12Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
21h 40mSFO-ADD
6/17Mon
multi-stopQatar Airways
22h 40mADD-SFO
$1,407
5/12Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
21h 40mSFO-ADD
6/15Sat
multi-stopQatar Airways
22h 40mADD-SFO
$1,415
5/12Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
21h 40mSFO-ADD
6/12Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
22h 40mADD-SFO
$1,493
5/14Tue
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
24h 15mSFO-ADD
6/13Thu
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
20h 40mADD-SFO
$1,658
5/14Tue
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
24h 15mSFO-ADD
6/17Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
25h 25mADD-SFO
$1,664
5/13Mon
multi-stopEthiopian Air
22h 15mSFO-ADD
6/17Mon
multi-stopEthiopian Air
26h 18mADD-SFO
$1,758
5/14Tue
multi-stopEthiopian Air
36h 30mSFO-ADD
6/12Wed
multi-stopEthiopian Air
26h 18mADD-SFO
$1,852
5/12Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
22h 10mSFO-ADD
6/17Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
36h 03mADD-SFO
$1,917
5/13Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
22h 10mSFO-ADD
6/18Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
38h 35mADD-SFO
$1,928
5/12Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
21h 05mSFO-ADD
6/16Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
22h 35mADD-SFO
$1,971

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San Francisco - Addis Ababa Flights

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San Francisco (undefined)United States

Destination:

Addis Ababa (ADD)Ethiopia

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Addis Ababa - San Francisco

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