Travelling from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Addis Ababa.
Flights from ADD to LHR start at 00:45 — the first with Ethiopian Airlines. The latest departure is at 10:45 with Ethiopian Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your ADD to LHR flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to exploring London (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Among carriers operating ADD to LHR flights, Ethiopian Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ADD and LHR:
Geneve Airport
Cairo International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Right now, 275 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 569 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ADD to LHR, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ADD to LHR.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
67.14% of flights leaving from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
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Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you're catching a late Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ADD to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.