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$1,190+ 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ADD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Addis Ababa

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 June 12, 2025.

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$1,190
(Travelocity)

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,743
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 June 12, 2025.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:26 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops31h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1812:05 amADD - SAN
2 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,190
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:45 pmSAN - ADD
1 stop23h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/1910:50 pmADD - SAN
2 stops26h 13mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/9$1,462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:37 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops24h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/194:00 pmADD - SAN
2 stops31h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,471
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:41 amSAN - ADD
3 stops34h 04mAir Canada
Thu 9/1812:45 amADD - SAN
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 6/9$1,555
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:30 amSAN - ADD
2 stops38h 55mAir Europa
Mon 9/111:10 pmADD - SAN
2 stops34h 32mAir Europa
Deal found 6/11$6,150

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San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Tue 9/9

12:26 pm-5:55 am

2 stops31h 29m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 9/18

12:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops33h 54m

$1,190

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Tue 9/9

9:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop23h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 9/19

10:50 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$1,462

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Tue 9/9

8:37 pm-7:10 am

2 stops24h 33m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 9/19

4:00 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,471

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Tue 9/9

10:41 am-6:45 am

3 stops34h 04m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 9/18

12:45 am-7:35 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,555

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Fri 7/11

6:30 am-7:25 am

2 stops38h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/1

11:10 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops34h 32m

$6,150

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Deals found on 6/9

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Addis Ababa

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to ADD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Addis Ababa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Addis Ababa ranges from 0.4 - 11.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Addis Ababa when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Addis Ababa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,537 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Europa
6.9
Okay
529 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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.

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

    Currently priced at $1,462, Ethiopian Air will fly you from San Diego to Addis Ababa and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,471 and $1,555, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 7% 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 $1,538). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Addis Ababa

Discover the top 3 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,135Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,345Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,456Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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