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Cheapest round-trip
$1,294
Typical prices: $1,495-$2,089
Emirates
Sun 9/30Tue 10/30
IAD - ASM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$655
Typical prices: $770-$1,212
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/23
ORD - ASM • 2 stops
Top airlines
Emirates
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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LAX - ASM
Cheapest • 14% average savings
SFO - ASM
Most popular
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Asmara

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Asmara

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 30
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10:55 am - 9:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 9:10 amASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,294Emirates
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:30 am - 10:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 8:10 amASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,294Emirates
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:55 am - 9:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 9:00 amASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,294Emirates
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Mar 3
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10:30 am - 10:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 8:10 amASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,329Emirates
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:50 pm - 9:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
31h 30m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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10:10 am - 1:50 pmASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 40m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$1,336Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:50 pm - 9:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
31h 30m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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10:10 am - 1:50 pmASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 40m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$1,336Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:50 pm - 9:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
31h 30m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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10:10 am - 1:50 pmASM  Asmara Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 40m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$1,336Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Apr 21
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1:20 am - 12:30 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
16h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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12:40 am - 4:35 amASM  Asmara Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,407Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Apr 21
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1:20 am - 12:05 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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12:40 am - 10:30 pmASM  Asmara Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$1,407Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Tue, Apr 20
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1:20 am - 12:05 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ASM Asmara Intl
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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12:50 am - 10:30 pmASM  Asmara Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$1,407Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Asmara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to Asmara with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Asmara?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Asmara is the cheapest route at $1,294 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Asmara?

A round-trip flight to Asmara costs $1,726 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Los Angeles average $1,504, while Boston runs a bit higher at $1,526.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Asmara?

Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Asmara at $1,713 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,836.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Asmara?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Asmara with an average price of $1,362 round-trip.
•July ($2,055) and June ($1,899) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Asmara?

Evening flights to Asmara are the cheapest at $1,689 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $1,928.

What is a good deal for flights to Asmara?

Flights under $1,495 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Asmara at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•New York $1,234
•Los Angeles $1,249
•Boston $1,301.

When are flights to Asmara the cheapest?

Flights to Asmara are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to Asmara

 
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Key details for flights to Asmara

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$655
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Asmara

When to book flights to Asmara

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Your questions about flights to Asmara, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How far is Asmara Airport from Asmara city center?

    Asmara's city center is located approximately 6.3 miles away from Asmara Airport. If you take a taxi from the airport, it will take you around 16min to reach downtown Asmara and most of the famed Italian colonial buildings that make up this historic city.

  • Can I rent a car at Asmara Airport?

    If you would like to avoid the inconveniences of public transportation, you can rent a car upon arrival at Asmara Airport. You will find multiple car rental companies, including international providers like Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Alamo. You will be required to produce a valid international driving license when renting a car.

  • Does Asmara Airport have lounges?

    Asmara Airport has waiting areas where travelers can relax as they wait for flights. Travelers have free access to these clean and comfortable waiting areas located at the passenger terminal. The waiting area also has a restaurant with kid-friendly meals situated opposite the terminal entrance, where you can grab a bite or a light snack before takeoff.

  • Does Asmara Airport have facilities for travelers with disabilities?

    Asmara Airport has a wheelchair-accessible vehicle that transports travelers with disabilities to the aircraft. The airport also has wheelchair-accessible facilities like restrooms and a handicap waiting area to accommodate varying needs.

  • What is the best way to spend your long layover at Asmara Airport (ASM)?

    The best way to spend your long layover at ASM is to consider site seeing. Asmara is surrounded by some astonishing attractions offsite at the airport. Among this attraction is the National Museum of Eritrea, which houses a rich collection of artifacts reflecting Eritrea's history, culture, and natural heritage. For an easier connection to the museum, you can board a taxi that takes about 13 minutes from ASM.

  • Which nearby cities can I visit near Asmara Airport (ASM)?

    Besides serving as the primary gateway to Asmara, travelers who land at ASM can also consider taking their taxi or car rental ride to the nearby cities. Among those cities you can connect to from ASM are Dekemhare to the southeast, Mendefera to the south, and Keren to the northwest.

  • Which kid-friendly airline should I consider when flying to Asmara with kids?

    Turkish Airlines offers some of the best kid-friendly amenities among those airlines flying to Asmara. Its kid-friendly amenities include; an Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service for kids traveling alone and kid packs containing coloring books, crayons, puzzles, or small toys to keep children engaged throughout the journey.

  • Where can late-night travelers who land at Asmara Airport (ASM) spend their night?

    If you are deplaning at ASM late at night, kindly prioritize reserving your room in hotels near the airport. Among those hotels to consider is Crystal Hotel Asmara. The hotel is located about 1.6 miles away.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Asmara?

    Turkish Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Asmara at 0 per week, while Emirates is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Asmara. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Asmara?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Asmara are from:
    • Washington, D.C., from $1,294 round-trip
    • New York, from $1,407 round-trip

  • How do I know if a flight to Asmara is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Asmara is around $1,495 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Asmara?

    Last-minute fares to Asmara – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 3% above the average round-trip fare of $1,726.

Your guide to booking Asmara flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Asmara, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Asmara, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $1,495 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Asmara around February. Round-trip fares historically average $1,362 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $239 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to Asmara average $1,689 compared to $1,928 for noon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Travelers leaving downtown Asmara for Asmara Airport (ASM) should hop on the line number one Mercedes Benz buses from Hamet Avenue. These red buses charge around $0.07 per person for a one-way trip and take approximately 15min to reach downtown Asmara. Alternatively, you can travel to the city via taxi for about $26.66.
  • Turkish Airlines offers non-stop flights to Istanbul. Flights to Zurich are also available with Turkish Airlines, although travelers should expect layovers in Frankfurt or Istanbul. Those traveling to Dubai can book a direct flight from Asmara Airport with FlyDubai.
  • Travelers flying in or out of Asmara Airport should ensure they bring with them a valid visa and a passport valid for at least six months, with a minimum of two blank pages.
  • Grab a meal or snacks before your flight at the airport restaurant located opposite the terminal entrance to the main terminal or from the snack bar in the waiting area.
  • You can purchase souvenirs, books, toys, or any travel necessities from Asmara Airport’s duty-free shop or from the shops located at the passenger terminal to keep yourself or the little ones occupied before and during your flight.
  • Fortunately, since Asmara Airport has only one passenger terminal from where national and domestic flights depart, travelers can easily make the short walk to catch their flights.
  • Since Asmara Airport is the main gateway into Eritrea, arriving travelers can anticipate long lines at check-in and security. Those departing from the airport should arrive at least 4h before their scheduled departure time to allow more time to check-in.
  • Travelers arriving at Asmara Airport can expect to have their baggage undergo a thorough screening process to ensure travelers are not carrying or concealing any dangerous or prohibited items.
  • Asmara International Airport (ASM) is a major arrival airport for most international travelers arriving in Eritrea. However, it is not the only international airport in the country. If most of your destinations are in Eritrea's Northern Red Sea region, you can consider booking your flight to Massawa International Airport (MSW).
  • Travelers flying from the US to Eritrea's Southern Red Sea region may not need to use Asmara International Airport (ASM) as their destination airport. You can conveniently book your flight to the Southern Red Sea-based Assab International Airport (ASA).

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