Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?

Flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Des Moines to Addis Ababa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $932 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,509, a difference of $577. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Addis Ababa takes 0h 00m, covering 7,823 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 $1,140 to $8,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Addis Ababa looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Addis Ababa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,392, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Addis Ababa flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa range from $1,109 to $1,355, with an average of $1,173 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,109 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?

Ethiopian Air ($1,140) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Des Moines to Addis Ababa in the last 5 days.

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Cheapest round-trip

$1,140

Typical prices: $1,109-$1,355

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Cheapest one-way

$1,300

Typical prices: $849-$1,442

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Sun 12/23

DSM - ADD • 1 stop

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Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Jan 21

6:00 am - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:50 pm - 10:30 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

32h 40m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,140Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Jan 21

6:00 am - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:50 pm - 5:41 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

27h 51m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,194Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

7:29 am - 12:45 pmDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

45h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 12:14 amADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

34h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,202Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

7:29 am - 12:45 pmDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

45h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 12:14 amADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

34h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,208Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Jan 21

6:00 am - 9:20 pmDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

31h 20m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome

10:50 pm - 10:30 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

32h 40m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,228Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Jan 21

6:55 pm - 7:10 amDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

28h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:50 pm - 10:30 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

32h 40m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,230Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Jan 21

6:00 am - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:50 pm - 2:11 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

24h 21m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,230Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

7:29 am - 12:45 pmDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

45h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 12:14 amADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

34h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,264Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

6:00 am - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:00 pm - 2:15 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

23h 15m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,273Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Jan 21

6:00 am - 9:20 pmDSM Des Moines-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

31h 20m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome

10:50 pm - 5:41 pmADD Addis Ababa Bole-DSM Des Moines

27h 51m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,282Ethiopian Air

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa start at $1,140. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,109 to $1,355. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,140 on Ethiopian Air.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?
Flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Des Moines to Addis Ababa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $932 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,509, a difference of $577. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Addis Ababa takes 0h 00m, covering 7,823 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 $1,140 to $8,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Addis Ababa looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Addis Ababa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,392, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Addis Ababa flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa range from $1,109 to $1,355, with an average of $1,173 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,109 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $932 - about $577 less than Monday (38% savings) 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
- Best Western Plus Pearl Addis
- Hotel Lobelia

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