Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa is eight hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ORD to ADD flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Addis Ababa (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Ethiopia!). Browse the direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates ORD to ADD flights is Ethiopian Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 73.47% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between ORD and ADD:
Pearson International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
At the moment, RM2,001 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM4,296. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ORD to ADD if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ORD to ADD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ORD. Whether you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Travel where the road takes you with an 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.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
July is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Addis Ababa in April.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to ADD in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many cities in Ethiopia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa, Nazrēt is another favourite stop in Ethiopia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.
