Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, making Addis Ababa two hours ahead of Amsterdam.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AMS to ADD flight.
Flying during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AMS and ADD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Jeddah Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
R 5,911 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Return flights start at R 8,895. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to ADD, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AMS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
If you have a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ADD:
Grab a Addis Ababa Airport rental car and explore corners of Addis Ababa that aren't on a typical itinerary. Browse the options available from Green Motion.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Addis Ababa Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Airport to central Addis Ababa has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Addis Ababa in March.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Addis Ababa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to ADD in November if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ethiopia waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, a visit to Dire Dawa will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.
Any journey through Ethiopia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Nazrēt. Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument are highlights in this destination, which is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa.
