Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your KUL to ADD flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KUL and ADD:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight is R 7,132. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 10,277. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from KUL to ADD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of the departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 4 hours 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Reserve a hotel near ADD if you're taking a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Addis Ababa and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can pick up an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
From Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Addis Ababa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many cities in Ethiopia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
Nazrēt is another must-experience destination in Ethiopia and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. No trip is complete without dropping by Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.
