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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 P58,364. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Addis Ababa.P35,670 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P35,670, select.
Addis Ababa.P36,534 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,534, select.
Addis Ababa.P37,386 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P37,386, select.
Addis Ababa.P39,551 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,551, select.
Addis Ababa.P39,676 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,676, select.
Addis Ababa.P39,739 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,739, select.
Addis Ababa.P51,566 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P51,566, select.
Addis Ababa.P55,088 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P55,088, select.
Addis Ababa.P55,351 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P55,351, select.
Addis Ababa.P64,155 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P64,155, select.
Addis Ababa.P67,328 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P67,328, select.
Addis Ababa.P67,755 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P67,755, select.

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Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP35,670
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time13 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week35

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa is P58,364. 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.
13 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines, United and ASKY Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa.
As of March 2026, there are 35 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa is usually April.
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 Sunday, 19 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Addis Ababa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Addis Ababa is Saudia .

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. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) departing from here.

  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to ADD.

  • April is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to ADD leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Located around 6 kilometers from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Catching a flight out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) plane tickets are available from here.

  • From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to ADD can be booked with Ethiopian Airlines.

  • Ethiopian Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from IAD to ADD.

  • Among the carriers operating flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Ethiopian Airlines has the most consistent on-time performance.

  • Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and ADD:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • IAD is around 40 kilometers from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to ADD flight:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • Booking a plane ticket from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to ADD:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:

  • The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop 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 get cosy, quick:

  • Start your adventure sooner with a Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion to explore parts of Addis Ababa that don't always get the spotlight.

  • Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.

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

  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is around 10 kilometers from the centre of Addis Ababa. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

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

  • Right now, P35,670 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 P58,364. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to ADD, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • Affordable Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to ADD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find a cheap flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. October is the quietest month to go to Addis Ababa. January is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • Book a Washington DC to ADD plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Addis Ababa to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in November if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

More about Addis Ababa

  • After booking your flight from Washington DC to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Addis Ababa:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Addis Ababa Ethnographic Museum are top attractions which should be on any good Addis Ababa itinerary.

Explore more of Ethiopia

  • Addis Ababa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ethiopia waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometers southwest of Addis Ababa, a visit to Jimma will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Jimma Museum, Aba Jifar Palace and Coffee Pot Monument.

  • Around 257 kilometers northeast of Addis Ababa, Kombolcha is another essential stop in Ethiopia. No visit is complete without checking out Green Mesk garden | Senait Menafesha, Square and Abishager Square.

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