Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is nine hours behind Addis Ababa, where Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located. Mexico City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your ADD to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from ADD to Mexico City. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To get to ADD from central Addis Ababa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ADD:
67.14% of flights that depart Addis Ababa Bole International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City flight is R 14,679. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 23,254. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ADD to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ADD to Mexico City can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your ADD to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Mexico City in low season for a quieter vibe.
When booking your Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ADD to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
