Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Brussels: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 7 hours 9 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels.
Brussels is 2 hours behind Addis Ababa, where Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located. Brussels operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from ADD to Brussels. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels that lands at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Ethiopian Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from ADD to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
If you hold a passport from Ethiopia, you will need an embassy visa to enter Belgium. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're traveling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
To reach ADD from central Addis Ababa, it takes around 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ADD? If you're catching an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Brussels
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels is $317. The cheapest price for a return flight is $488. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ADD to Brussels. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometers from the center of Brussels. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 39 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is about 56 kilometers from central Brussels. Following your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 56 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from ADD to Brussels, settle in at a hotel close to CRL. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Brussels, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from ADD to Brussels in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Brussels, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are highlights which should be on every Brussels itinerary.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
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