Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is ten hours behind Addis Ababa.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ADD to SFO flight. 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 best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ADD and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is RM2,297. A round-trip ticket right now is RM4,834. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ADD to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ADD to SFO.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Of the flights that depart from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, 67.14% land on time at their destination.
To get to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport from central Addis Ababa, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ADD? If you're boarding an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ADD to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.