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$1,275+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ADD
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,275
(Expedia)

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March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,575
From San Diego to Addis Ababa Bole
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Addis Ababa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/87:07 amSAN - ADD
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/1012:40 amADD - SAN
2 stops30h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,275
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1110:18 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops40h 02mQatar Airways
mié. 9/241:50 amADD - SAN
2 stops26h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/10$1,382
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/810:06 amSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 34mEthiopian Air
mar. 11/1110:00 pmADD - SAN
2 stops30h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$1,424
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1111:20 amSAN - ADD
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/241:30 amADD - SAN
2 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/88:08 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 02mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/1110:50 pmADD - SAN
3 stops36h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/1010:54 amSAN - ADD
2 stops33h 51mUnited Airlines
vie. 9/2610:50 pmADD - SAN
2 stops26h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,534
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/104:11 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops28h 59mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/110:50 pmADD - SAN
3 stops29h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,535
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/88:10 amSAN - ADD
2 stops35h 50mAir Canada
lun. 11/101:35 amADD - SAN
3 stops31h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$1,548
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/109:45 pmSAN - ADD
1 stop23h 25mEthiopian Air
mié. 10/19:00 amADD - SAN
2 stops34h 01mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$1,560
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/1012:52 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/3012:35 amADD - SAN
2 stops29h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,566
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/108:10 amSAN - ADD
2 stops35h 50mAir Canada
mar. 9/3012:45 amADD - SAN
2 stops44h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$1,576

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa that are best for you.

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San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

mié. 10/8

7:07 am-11:45 pm

2 stops30h 38m

Addis Ababa Bole

lun. 11/10

12:40 am-7:48 pm

2 stops30h 08m

$1,275

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

mié. 10/8

10:06 am-9:40 pm

2 stops25h 34m

Addis Ababa Bole

mar. 11/11

10:00 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops30h 42m

$1,424

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

mié. 10/8

8:08 pm-7:10 am

2 stops25h 02m

Addis Ababa Bole

mar. 11/11

10:50 pm-12:13 am

3 stops36h 23m

$1,457

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

mié. 10/8

8:10 am-6:00 am

2 stops35h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

lun. 11/10

1:35 am-10:20 pm

3 stops31h 45m

$1,548

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Deals found on 9/10

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It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Addis Ababa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Addis Ababa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Addis Ababa. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air from San Diego to Addis Ababa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Addis Ababa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

    For as low as $1,457, Ethiopian Air can have you in Addis Ababa from San Diego in 25h 02m. The distance from San Diego to Addis Ababa is about 9143 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Addis Ababa round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,222, Qatar Airways will fly you from San Diego to Addis Ababa and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Ethiopian Air for as low as $1,294. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Addis Ababa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Addis Ababa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Addis Ababa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Addis Ababa (average of $988). Flying from San Diego to Addis Ababa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,499). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Addis Ababa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Addis Ababa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,222Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,294Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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