Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa is eight hours ahead of Durham and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your RDU to ADD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and ADD:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Currently, $961 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,745. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to ADD, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh / Durham Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Go beyond Addis Ababa and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can pick up a Addis Ababa Airport rental car from Green Motion.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Addis Ababa Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Airport to central Addis Ababa has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Addis Ababa Airport for March if you want to visit Addis Ababa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
November sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to ADD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've seen Addis Ababa, now it's time to discover more of Ethiopia. Journey about 354 kilometres east to Dire Dawa to tick off its popular sights. From Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral to Mosque and Porc Epic Cave, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Next? Set out for Nazrēt. It's about 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa and is home to highlights including Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.
