Flights by phone
Washington to Addis Ababa, priced on one call.
Tell an agent your dates and who is traveling. They price every airline flying Washington to Addis Ababa, with bags and seats included, and you hear the total before anything is charged.
Toll-free. No obligation.
Flight time
About 13 hours nonstop eastbound.
Distance
About 7,185 miles, IAD to ADD.
Nonstop airlines
Ethiopian Airlines
Connections
One-stop options through Doha, Dubai, Istanbul, Frankfurt or Toronto run daily; Ethiopian's own flights from Chicago, Newark and Atlanta connect too.
About the Washington to Addis Ababa route
Washington to Addis Ababa is Ethiopian Airlines' flagship US route, and Addis is the gateway to the whole of East Africa on one ticket. The Washington area's Ethiopian community keeps the flights full around the holidays, including Ethiopian Christmas in January and Easter in April. An agent prices the nonstop next to the one-stop options and can price the onward flight to Nairobi, Kampala or Dar es Salaam on the same ticket.
- Onward on one ticket
- Addis connects to more African cities than any other hub. Washington to Addis to Kigali on one ticket keeps the bags checked through and the connection protected.
- Westbound stops in Europe
- The return flight to Washington often makes a technical stop in Europe. The flight number stays the same, but the total time is longer; an agent will tell you.
On the map
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
Before you go: Addis Ababa
A short introduction to the city.
Questions before you call
How long is the flight from Washington to Addis Ababa?
About 13 hours nonstop going east. The return is longer, usually 16 to 17 hours with a stop.
Do I need a visa for Ethiopia?
Most visitors need an e-Visa, applied for online before travel. An agent will remind you what to check for your passport.
Which airports does Washington to Addis Ababa use?
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). An agent prices every departure airport on your date.
What should I have ready when I call?
Your dates, or a range if they can move; how many people are traveling; whether it is one way or round trip; and how many bags you are bringing. The total you hear includes all of it.
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