Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Kuwait and Addis Ababa share the same timezone — UTC+3.
Flights from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport start at 03:05 — the earliest with Ethiopian Airlines. The latest flight is the 22:30 option with Ethiopian Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 9 weekly services between KWI and ADD.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Ethiopian Airlines runs direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to take in the sights in Addis Ababa — and maybe even more of Ethiopia if your schedule allows.
If you want to break up your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the KWI - ADD route are:
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Ethiopia. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from KWI to ADD, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is $204. The cheapest price for a return flight is $500. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To snag cheap flight tickets from KWI to ADD, book your journey 8 months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait, Kuwait International Airport can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KWI? If you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
From Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Addis Ababa in April.
Lock in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Addis Ababa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC.
November has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from KWI to ADD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Addis Ababa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Addis Ababa right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from KWI to ADD:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Ethnological Museum, National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any good Addis Ababa itinerary.
Complete your Addis Ababa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Addis Ababa.