Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Beirut.
Take your pick of 19 weekly Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flights. The 02:05 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 03:55.
To ensure you get on your BEY to ADD flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Ethiopian Airlines is your ticket to exploring Addis Ababa (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Ethiopia!). Browse the direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Among carriers operating BEY to ADD flights, Ethiopian Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BEY and ADD:
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight is £146. A round-trip ticket is currently £312. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BEY to ADD.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
76.7% of flights taking off from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport reach their destination on time.
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is around 5 miles from central Beirut. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BEY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Grab an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car and discover corners of Addis Ababa that aren't on every traveller's list. You can book your wheels with Green Motion.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is roughly 4 miles from central Addis Ababa. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BEY to ADD in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ethiopia you should also see. Around 220 miles east of Addis Ababa, a visit to Dire Dawa will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain, Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Ethiopia, head for Nazrēt, about 50 miles south-east of Addis Ababa. Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque are highlights.