Travelling from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 11 hours behind Addis Ababa and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ADD to SFO flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ADD and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, R 13,770 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 17,109. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ADD to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ADD to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Airport, data shows 60% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near ADD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you're catching a late Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Addis Ababa Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ADD to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are key highlights.
