Travelling from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
Addis Ababa is 8 hours behind Melbourne. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to ADD, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Melbourne to ADD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ADD:
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.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is R 13,383. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,771. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Melbourne to ADD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Addis Ababa, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to ADD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in November if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 6ºC and 22ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
More about Addis Ababa
Start your Addis Ababa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Ethnological Museum, National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Addis Ababa itinerary.
Complete your Addis Ababa trip with a car rental
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