Travelling from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 3 hours behind Addis Ababa.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from ADD to Glasgow. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from ADD to Glasgow, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you have a passport from Ethiopia, you will need an embassy visa to visit United Kingdom. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
ADD is around 6 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near ADD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Glasgow
C$745 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$7,996. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ADD to Glasgow if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 33 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Following your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 38 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 53 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ADD to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Glasgow, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ADD to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Glasgow, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are must-do's during your Glasgow adventure.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
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