Flying from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.
Hop on a direct flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 12 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is 6 hours behind Seoul. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is the most popular route. There are 8 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Ethiopian Airlines at 01:05. Opt for the first ICN to ADD departure operated by Ethiopian Airlines at 00:30 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seoul to ADD, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) operates nonstop flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
Ethiopian Airlines operates direct flights from Seoul to ADD out of GMP. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Gimpo International Airport and ADD:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
GMP is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the easiest way to reach the terminal.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Seoul to ADD, chill out in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Book a hotel close to ADD if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
For a one-way ticket from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, C$549 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,341. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
Get flight tickets from Seoul to ADD by booking 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport by travelling in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Addis Ababa. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Addis Ababa. The warmest month is March. Lock in your flights from Seoul to ADD sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC.
November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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 Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Addis Ababa is to explore its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Ethnological Museum, National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Complete your Addis Ababa trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Addis Ababa. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
