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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Ethiopia flights

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What are the cheapest fares from Des Moines to Ethiopia right now?

The cheapest fare from Des Moines to Ethiopia in the last week was $1,156 round-trip, to Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

Which airport in Ethiopia is the cheapest to fly to from Des Moines?

All flights from Des Moines to Ethiopia arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD). On average, round-trip fares are around $1,151.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Ethiopia?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Ethiopia during the afternoon with average prices of $1,151. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,509.

Key details for Des Moines to Ethiopia flights

Cheapest flight

$1,156
Round-trip flight from Des Moines to Addis Ababa

Your Des Moines to Ethiopia flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Des Moines to Ethiopia?

    Fares from Des Moines to Ethiopia are around their usual level right now. A round-trip under $1,106 is considered a good deal, so it's worth keeping an eye out, or setting a Price Alert to catch price changes.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Des Moines to Ethiopia?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Des Moines to Ethiopia have ranged from $1,106 to $1,278.

  • What are the main airports serving Ethiopia?

    Flights to Ethiopia all arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines to Ethiopia?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to Ethiopia. However, United Airlines offers a one-stop option.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Ethiopia?

    On flights from Des Moines to Ethiopia you can only book Economy Class.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Ethiopia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • Flying on Wednesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Monday cost about 39% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • Start your trip in Addis Ababa, which is the most popular destination in Ethiopia. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Bishoftu, Arba Minch and Awassa.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Des Moines to Ethiopia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Ethiopia? 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.
7.2
Ethiopian AirOverall score based on 1042 reviews
7.1Comfort
7.5Crew
6.9Food
7.2Boarding
6.7Entertainment
Airline reviews

The flight was very smooth, however, the quality of food was mediocre.

10.0 ExcellentVladimir A, May 2026
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The flight was very smooth, however, the quality of food was mediocre.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

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