Travelling from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): What you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) taking off from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
12 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight.
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located in Addis Ababa. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is six hours behind Seoul.
The busiest route is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). There are 6 direct services every week. Ethiopian Airlines operates a 12:05am departure between ICN and ADD.
Your flight from Seoul to ADD won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with Ethiopian Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from ICN.
Ethiopian Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ICN to ADD.
Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.43% of its services landing on time.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Seoul to ADD that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ICN and ADD include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Incheon International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 54.5% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) leaving Gimpo International Airport.
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is roughly 16 kilometres away. When planning the fastest way to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's more convenient to drive.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seoul to ADD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.94%.
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. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Venture beyond Addis Ababa and explore places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can grab an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is ₹ 23,501. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 48,107. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seoul to ADD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Save time looking for cheap flight tickets from Seoul to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). July is the busiest month to visit Addis Ababa. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC. Book your Seoul to ADD flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in November if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 22ºC.
More about Addis Ababa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Addis Ababa right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Seoul to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral and King Minelik II Palace (Unity Park-አንድነት ፓርክ) are highlights which should feature on any good Addis Ababa itinerary.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Jimma is just one of the many places in Ethiopia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Addis Ababa. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Jimma Central Hotel - ጂማ ሴንትራል ሆቴል, Jimma Museum and Aba Jifar Palace.
Another favourite stop in Ethiopia, Kombolcha is located about 257 kilometres north-east of Addis Ababa. Make time to visit highlights including Yegof forest የየጎፍ ደን.
