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$617 Find Cheap Flights from Seattle to Addis Ababa

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,005
Overall average: $1,311
Qatar Airways
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SEA - ADD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$617
Typical prices: $790-$1,194
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Tue 12/30
SEA - ADD • 1 stop
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Qatar Airways
Cheapest • from $1,081 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 8.1 score
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Addis Ababa (SEA-ADD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Addis Ababa

Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 4
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4:05 pm - 7:00 pm
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39h 55m2 stops
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1:45 am - 11:40 am
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20h 55m1 stop
$1,005Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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3:45 pm - 12:15 am
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45h 30m2 stops
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8:00 pm - 11:40 am
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50h 40m2 stops
$1,033Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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4:05 pm - 12:15 am
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21h 10m1 stop
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7:35 pm - 11:40 am
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27h 05m2 stops
$1,055Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Feb 22
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5:40 pm - 6:25 am
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25h 45m1 stop
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12:20 am - 10:12 pm
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32h 52m2 stops
$1,060Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 22
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8:50 pm - 12:15 am
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40h 25m2 stops
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8:00 pm - 11:40 am
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26h 40m2 stops
$1,081Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 4
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4:05 pm - 7:00 pm
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39h 55m2 stops
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1:45 am - 7:05 pm
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28h 20m2 stops
$1,088Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 4
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4:05 pm - 10:15 am
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31h 10m2 stops
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1:45 am - 11:40 am
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20h 55m1 stop
$1,094Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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4:05 pm - 12:15 am
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21h 10m1 stop
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7:35 pm - 11:40 am
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27h 05m2 stops
$1,106Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Feb 22
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25h 45m1 stop
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26h 20m1 stop
$1,120Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 5 - Fri, Apr 24
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7:10 pm - 11:40 pm
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18h 30m1 stop
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26h 30m1 stop
$1,124Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to Addis Ababa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Addis Ababa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seattle 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 Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Seattle to Addis Ababa. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Addis Ababa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Addis Ababa is September, where tickets cost $1,106 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,691 and $1,556 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Addis Ababa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to Addis Ababa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$617
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Seattle to Addis Ababa

When to book flights from Seattle to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle 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 Seattle to Addis Ababa

  • Are there currency exchange facilities at the arrival airport in Addis Ababa?

    Because of the difference in currency in Seattle and Addis Ababa, it is advisable to get local currency as soon as you land at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. There are banks inside the airport, one next to the immigration desk and another in the baggage hall. The rates may differ, so check which bank offers more favorable rates.

  • What lounges are at Seattle’s airport?

    If you are flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, you will find several airline-operated lounges offering serene and elegant spaces to unwind. Some have an amazing view of the runway. The Club at SEA on Concourse A near Gate A12, United Club on Concourse A as well, The American Express Centurion Lounge on Concourse B, and the Alaska Lounge on Concourse C and D. take advantage of their facilities and amenities while waiting for your flight.

  • Can I sleep at the Seattle airport?

    You can sleep on the benches or the lounges at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or stay at a hotel. There are various hotels in close proximity to the airport, which are perfect for when your flight has been delayed or when you have an early check-in. You can access the Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport located across the sky bridge at the airport.

  • What destinations are served by the airport in Addis Ababa?

    There are frequent flights to Dar es Salaam, Johannesburg, Mombasa, Cape Town, and Victoria Falls, to mention a few. The airport is also a hub for major airlines serving popular destinations worldwide.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seattle to Addis Ababa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to Addis Ababa was $508 for a one-way ticket and $1,005 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Seattle to Addis Ababa.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Addis Ababa?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to Addis Ababa are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,402 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 $1,307 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Addis Ababa.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Addis Ababa from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle with another airline. Booking your flights between Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

  • Seattle is served by three airports; King Country International Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, and Renton Municipal Airport. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the primary international airport in Seattle and operates most international flights. It is usually busy, so if you are trying to avoid long queues, you can consider the other two airports. They may also be offering cheaper flights to Addis Ababa.
  • A flight from Seattle to Addis Ababa will require at least one layover because no direct flights operate this route. Take advantage of the layover to grab something to eat and stretch your feet because the flight is quite long. Popular layover stops occur at Frankfurt Airport, Istanbul Airport, and Heathrow Airport.
  • Regardless of your travel nature, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has got you sorted with on-site and off-site parking spaces. The on-site parking offers the most convenient, closest airport parking option, flexible to fit your needs and budget. We recommend that you contact the airport to reserve a parking space. The airport also gives discounts when you pre-book.
  • When traveling to Addis Ababa, you will arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), about 3.5 miles from the city center. Public transportation is available, such as the buses you can find in front of Terminal 2. The buses take passengers to Addis Ababa and other destinations. Remember, however, that the buses don’t have much room for luggage. Taxis offer more convenient and comfortable transit and will get you to the city center in approximately 15min. We recommend using a taxi if you are new to the city.
  • The airport at Addis Ababa has various facilities to ensure that your trip is fantastic. You can quickly locate restaurants serving Ethiopian cuisine and duty-free shops where you can buy gifts and souvenirs.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Seattle to Addis Ababa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Seattle 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.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3440 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
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I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

6.0 GoodJoy, Jul 2025
IAH - DXB
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I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

The entire crew went above and beyond. This was our first flight with our 3 month old, and they were accommodating and friendly. The crew is attentive and marks a HIGE difference to the regular runs with Avianca and LATAM.

Business class on this plane was adequate, service, amenities, swag, and crew was amazing!

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

My flight was with American Airlines 120. The flight was delayed 3 hours and I missed my connection. When I arrived in Doha, the AA staff told me to call an 800 number to rebook a different flight, which was unacceptable. Eventually a Qatar Air staff member helped rebook me on a flight to Manila, that was 12 hours later. They offered me a hotel and meal voucher which I declined, because I didn’t want to leave the airport. Long story short, I spent 12 hours in the Doha airport waiting for my next flight.

Overall the experience was neat with crew being nice and caring especially to parent with kids. The free snacks option was okay. The kiosk at Philly airport didn’t work.

Reason for travelling Tampa to Orlando is to fly Qatar Airline. we end up with American Airline. This was the miserable experience I ever had in my entire travel history. Flight attendants were rude. They hit my knee with the food cart and I was holding ice pack for 2 hours. I still have the pain after a week. WE boarded the flight twice because of the temperature inside the plan.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

it was like a banya -so hot... They did provide a great experience with special food. one toilet broke midflight In general it was a peaceful and relaxing flight - for business class it was good.

Chicago to Istanbul was a much better experience than I expected since I’m more accustomed to Qatar Airways business class. The business lounge in the Istanbul airport was amazing - loved the lockers and phone charging stations, and the bathroom was a spa experience in itself. The onward leg from Istanbul to Karachi was utterly disappointing. Terrible plane, and I felt like I was in economy - the seats don’t come near to lying flat and the food was mediocre. What a sad downgrade - it isn’t as though the ticket on that leg was cheaper. So, on that front, there’s no contest with Qatar airways.

Second leg of Turkish Airline with Indigo is disaster for following reason. 1) You have to carry your cabin bags through ladder to boeing 777 because it was parked somewhere in parking lot and was not given a gate to board passengers and this seems to be people traveling to and fro from those flights and is not issue with flight itself. 2) I choose non vegetarian food on Turkish portal way ahead of checkin to entire trip, However the Indigo flight gave me random veg food saying they code veg food code from Turkish. 3) Indigo did not served any alcoholic beverages stating some weird reason which is non nonsensical. 4)Indigo have TV screens in front of you but it displays nothing except "Welcome Onboard" with annoying white black ground in dark flight. This is the most stupidest and annoying part because you are held hostage for 7 hours and only thing you could do is stare back at white screen which does not have entertainment package or even flight tracker. Such a shame.

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

Overall it was good. Food was bad. I ordered gluten free vegetarian meal. But I got gluten free chicken for my long flight from Seattle to Istanbul. I don’t eat any kind of meat. Second meal I got eggplant with meat which I couldn’t eat. I don’t understand why we can’t get gluten free vegetarian meal for a 12 hour flight. I eat the bread and that was it.

Worse worse worse, i would not recommend this airline to anyone. Istanbul airport maybe State of the Art facility but staff is rude, only works if they get tips, and they push you to give tips even though my family had spent $50 in tips. Airline staff doesn't speak english so you really can't understand them. It was a nightmare travelling with Turkish. Never again.

As a big guy the seats are way too small for me. Would prefer more comfortable seats on these long haul flights.

My flight was canceled 1 minute before boarding. The customer service was owful, no one could tell us what was going happened. I spent 30hrs instead of 15 from Washington DC to Brussels. No apologie or help

Boeing 777 is a bad choice for a such a long flight.

The staff at IST airport could have been more helpful. Too much wasted time and the plane from IST to KHI was just horrible. The plane was not clean and smelled bad!

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.

I have my baggage left either in Jeddah or Addis and undelivered to Abuja

The crew was not helping us in the airports ..Very bad experience..the washrooms are not meeting the expectations..need more good service... The hotel service was good but there is a very long wait time which wasted time to go through..

Our first flight was delayed and when we got off that plane, nobody was really helping to direct us to the next gate. It was very frustrating. One staff simply said hurry, which wasn’t helpful. We had to go a long way to get to the next gate. Another issue on the plane itself was the bathrooms were disgusting and filthy and it didn’t seem like anybody was checking on them were cleaning them and it was a long flight. There was urine on the floor and they stunk. Also, the screen in front of my seat did not work, and I tried different headphones and still had no sound. You would think somehow those things are reviewed occasionally for working order.

POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

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.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

Ground staff and cabin crew were excellent. Flight was perfectly on time. Zero issues.

Even after a delay, getting off the ground, thanks for keeping me safe, the airline made certain that my connecting flight was rebooked to get me to my final destination. It was actually rebooked twice, and my luggage still managed to meet me. The airline gave me a credit for food and beverage to be used at the airport vendors, regretfully, the credit did not transfer to my final boarding pass. Oh, well…

Trip was smooth, good drew, average meal, almost cold coffee. Excellent landing. Did not enjoy going down the stairs, walking to the gate, walking up the stairs, going a long walk to the exchange gate, and going down the stairs again to be bussed all the way where we originally landed to take our next flight! Over all an average experience. Thank you.

I booked extra leg room, due to seat neighbor i now consider extra shoulder and arm room as well. Seems like the seats shrink in width now The crew was very friendly and professional ( 100%). Food was good not great, breakfast was bad, a dry slice of bread would have been better. Facilities clean.

Luggage transfer in Chicago was not performed in time. I received my luggage at my destination two days later.

love the crews and my only problem was the delay at Frankfurt was very bad. I have travelled with Lufthansa for over 30 years now and this was cost me some planned business appointment

The flight delay made the connection a bit tight but that's outside the flight crew's control.

We just made it to our connecting flight. A long, long speed walk!

We didn't get the coffee with breakfast in the morning.. 30 mins lazer I asked flight attendant why don't we get coffee now at least.. after the breakfast..she said that captain announced possible turbulences fee minutes ago, which didn't ecplain why we didn't get it with the breakfast..breakfast was very poor btw..just little pastry which you can eat in 4 little bites. Turbulences fortunately didn't even happen.. but we didn't get that more than necessary coffee in the morning after the night flight with very poor sleep.. They just served breakfast 1 hour afzer we took off..at like 11 PM.. that doesn't make sense at all.. Also, flight attendants weren't very nice..they looked like they're not happy with their job.. :/

Lufthansa still has a good level of quality compared to US airlines, especially with respect to (1) food quality - actually tasty, (2) good French red wine - free, (3) good movie selection. Also my ticket price includes 1 free check-in luggage, while some other budget airlines sneak in an extra $150 for a checkin.

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