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Getting from Addis Ababa airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: public minibuses and hotel shuttles.

Addis Ababa is served by Bole International Airport (ADD), the main gateway to Ethiopia and a major hub for East Africa. The airport lies approximately 8 km southeast of the city center, making airport transfers to city center destinations relatively quick. Transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, minibuses, hotel shuttles, and private transfers. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions, which can be significant during peak hours in the capital.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

20-45 min

ETB 500–800 (~$4–7 USD); negotiate before departure

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-45 min

ETB 300–600 (~$2.50–5 USD); app-based pricing

on-demand (traffic dependent)

transparent pricing

20-45 min

ETB 300–600 (~$2.50–5 USD); app-based pricing

on-demand (traffic dependent)

local ride-hailing option

30-60 min

ETB 10–30 (~$0.10–0.25 USD); fixed routes

every 10–20 min daytime (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

20-45 min

ETB 0 – ETB 1,500; free to ETB 1,500 (~$12 USD); varies by hotel

by arrangement (traffic dependent)

hotel guests

20-45 min

ETB 1,000 – ETB 2,500; ETB 1,000–2,500 (~$8–20 USD); pre-booked

by arrangement (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

20-45 min

ETB 3,000 – ETB 8,000; ETB 3,000–8,000/day (~$25–65 USD); driver recommended

by arrangement (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

Notes:

  • Prices in ETB; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic in Addis Ababa can be heavy, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Allow extra time during peak periods.
  • Yellow taxis at the airport have fixed rates; always agree on the fare before departure.
  • Ride-hailing apps require local SIM card or WiFi connection to function.
  • Public minibuses do not go directly to the airport terminal; you may need to walk from the main road.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Addis Ababa

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January22°C9°C
February23°C10°C
March23°C12°C
April23°C12°C
May23°C12°C
June22°C12°C
July19°C11°C
August19°C10°C
September19°C10°C
October20°C8°C
November21°C8°C
December21°C8°C
Hottest Month
23°C
March
Coldest month
8°C
November
Sunny days
228
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
28 Jun
17%
26°C13°C
5 Jul
68%
24°C14°C
Monday
29 Jun
36%
26°C14°C
6 Jul
59%
25°C14°C
Tuesday
30 Jun
17%
27°C13°C
7 Jul
74%
23°C13°C
Wednesday
1 Jul
17%
29°C13°C
8 Jul
57%
21°C14°C
Thursday
2 Jul
17%
28°C13°C
9 Jul
57%
20°C14°C
Friday
3 Jul
27°C13°C
10 Jul
57%
24°C13°C
Saturday
4 Jul
57%
26°C14°C
11 Jul
58%
24°C13°C

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Lanzhou?
The main airport in Lanzhou is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International. It is also served by Lanzhou Zhongchuan International, Xining Caojiabao International, Gannan Xiahe, Zhongwei Shapotou, Guyuan Liupanshan.
What airports are near Addis Ababa?
The main airport in Addis Ababa is Addis Ababa Bole International. It is also served by Addis Ababa Bole International, Awasa.
When’s the best time to travel between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa?
Traveling between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Lanzhou?
There are a number of airports in and around Lanzhou. The main one is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International and other nearby airports include Lanzhou Zhongchuan International, Xining Caojiabao International, Gannan Xiahe, Zhongwei Shapotou, Guyuan Liupanshan
How many airports are there near Addis Ababa?
There are a number of airports in and around Addis Ababa. The main one is Addis Ababa Bole International and other nearby airports include Addis Ababa Bole International, Awasa.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Lanzhou, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa arrive?
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What time do flights between Lanzhou and Addis Ababa depart?
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