Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, making Addis Ababa one hour behind Sharjah.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your SHJ to ADD flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SHJ and ADD:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
C$230 is the best price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$434. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SHJ to ADD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Of the flights that depart from Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% land on time at their destination.
Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to SHJ? If you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
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 Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Go beyond Addis Ababa and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to central Addis Ababa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
November has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to ADD around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've done Addis Ababa, now it's time to discover other corners of Ethiopia. Journey about 354 kilometres east to Dire Dawa to tick off its must-visit sights. From ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain to Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nazrēt is another must-experience destination in Ethiopia and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. No journey is complete without visiting Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque.