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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 19,556. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Addis Ababa.R 9,769 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,769, select.

Addis Ababa.R 10,173 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,173, select.

Addis Ababa.R 10,473 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,473, select.

Addis Ababa.R 10,851 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,851, select.

Addis Ababa.R 11,288 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,288, select.

Addis Ababa.R 11,445 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,445, select.

Addis Ababa.R 11,445 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,445, select.

Addis Ababa.R 11,841 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,841, select.

Addis Ababa.R 12,032 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,032, select.

Addis Ababa.R 13,589 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,589, select.

Addis Ababa.R 14,707 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,707, select.

Addis Ababa.R 15,276 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,276, select.

Addis Ababa.R 15,667 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,667, select.

Addis Ababa.R 15,717 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,717, select.

Addis Ababa.R 15,731 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,731, select.

Addis Ababa.R 15,774 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,774, select.

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Cheapest flight found	R 9,684
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	13 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airline	Ethiopian Airlines
Average flights per week	48

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa is R 16,502. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa?

13 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa?

Ethiopian Airlines, United and ASKY Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa?

As of June 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa Airport on Monday, 9 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 10 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Addis Ababa?

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When is the best time to book flights to Addis Ababa?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Addis Ababa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Addis Ababa is Turkish Airlines .

Flying from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): What you need to know

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is Washington DC's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) taking off from here.
Addis Ababa is eight hours ahead of Washington DC. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Washington DC to ADD.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to ADD departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport arrive at their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Consider flying out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to ADD departing from IAD. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
On the IAD to ADD route, Ethiopian Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with Ethiopian Airlines than with any other carrier.
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and ADD include:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to ADD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) with a stop or two leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and ADD:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

Have a late flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near ADD and fast-forward to bedtime:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight.

Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa

Central Addis Ababa is around 10 kilometres from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

At the moment, R 9,769 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,647. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to ADD. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). Plan your visit to Addis Ababa in February for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Washington DC to ADD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in November when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

More about Addis Ababa

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Addis Ababa right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport:
Your trip to Addis Ababa should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Addis Ababa Ethnographic Museum.

Explore more of Ethiopia

You've visited Addis Ababa, now it's time to explore other parts of Ethiopia. Travel about 257 kilometres southwest to Jimma to check off its leading attractions. From Jimma Museum to Aba Jifar Palace and Masaraa Abbaa Jifaar, there's plenty to keep you busy.