Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Addis Ababa three hours ahead of Lisbon.
Give yourself enough time to make your LIS to ADD flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LIS and ADD:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight is R 4,692. A return ticket is currently R 2,730. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LIS to ADD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LIS to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Have an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LIS:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Venture beyond Addis Ababa and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own wheels. You can grab an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've done Addis Ababa, now it's time to explore more of Ethiopia. Travel about 354 kilometres east to Dire Dawa to tick off its leading attractions. From ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain to Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa, Nazrēt is another favourite stop in Ethiopia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.
