Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo is 12 hours.
Sao Paulo is six hours behind Addis Ababa, where Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located. Sao Paulo follows the UTC-3 timezone.
The busiest route is from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. Ethiopian Airlines offers a 09:50 departure between ADD and GRU.
To avoid missing your ADD to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets are available for booking. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is where you'll be landing.
Get on board with Ethiopian Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from ADD to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
ADD is about 6 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near ADD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, data shows 60% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Sao Paulo
R 12,188 is currently the best price for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 23,133. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from ADD to Sao Paulo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from ADD to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 50 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your ADD to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is around 97 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo.
The journey will take you roughly 2 hours 20 minutes using public transport.
Choose a hotel close to VCP and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late ADD to Sao Paulo flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
About four weeks before your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your ride from VCP. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Sao Paulo in December.
Book a Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ADD to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Sao Paulo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are highlights.