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$605+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Ethiopia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ADD
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Ethiopia

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Ethiopia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Ethiopia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Sat 1/172:50 pmADD - SAN
2 stops32h 03mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$1,631
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/151:30 amADD - SAN
2 stops30h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,638
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/151:30 amADD - SAN
2 stops30h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,640
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Fri 1/162:50 pmADD - SAN
2 stops41h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$1,646
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Tue 1/132:50 pmADD - SAN
2 stops54h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 12/23$1,653
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Tue 1/1312:20 amADD - SAN
2 stops29h 24mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$1,661
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Wed 1/141:35 amADD - SAN
2 stops45h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 12/23$1,669
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Mon 1/122:50 pmADD - SAN
2 stops32h 03mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$1,681
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/245:35 pmSAN - ADD
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/151:30 amADD - SAN
2 stops30h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,683

Find flight deals from San Diego to Ethiopia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Ethiopia flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,006
(oojo)

One-way from

$605
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,868
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Ethiopia 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Ethiopia that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Ethiopia

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Sun 2/1

11:03 am-7:50 am

1 stop33h 47m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 2/22

10:00 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,006

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Mon 2/2

8:42 pm-7:50 am

2 stops48h 08m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 3/15

10:00 pm-1:20 pm

3 stops49h 20m

$1,092

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Wed 1/28

12:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 2/5

12:20 am-5:24 pm

2 stops28h 04m

$1,138

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Mon 2/2

6:05 pm-7:00 am

2 stops49h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 3/14

1:35 am-11:53 am

2 stops44h 18m

$1,212

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:43 am-9:25 pm

3 stops27h 42m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 2/22

10:00 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,232

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Thu 1/29

9:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops39h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 2/1

12:40 am-8:05 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,316

San DiegoAddis Ababa

SAN - ADD

SANADD

San Diego

Sun 2/1

8:16 pm-11:35 pm

3 stops40h 19m

$605

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/22

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Ethiopia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Ethiopia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Ethiopia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Ethiopia (average of $1,005). Flying from San Diego to Ethiopia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,016). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ethiopia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ethiopia. 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 Ethiopia. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Ethiopian Air from San Diego to Ethiopia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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
9,105 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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
916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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 Ethiopia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Ethiopia?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Ethiopia.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Ethiopia?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Air Canada fly from San Diego to Ethiopia in about 33h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9143 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Ethiopia (average of $1,005). Flying from San Diego to Ethiopia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,016). 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 Ethiopia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Ethiopia. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,294Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,457Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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