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$518+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Ethiopia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Ethiopia flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$889
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$518
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,301
From San Francisco to Ethiopia
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ethiopia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Ethiopia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 8/1012:40 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop25h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/2412:45 amADD - SFO
1 stop25h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$889
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/199:15 amSFO - ADD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2812:05 amADD - SFO
2 stops33h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/910:45 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop22h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/168:45 amADD - SFO
2 stops35h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/25$1,004
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/93:55 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 9/151:50 amADD - SFO
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,007
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 9/610:40 amSFO - ADD
2 stops41h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:50 pmADD - SFO
2 stops35h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/26$1,052
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/39:05 pmSFO - ADD
2 stops22h 20mAustrian Airlines
Wed 10/291:20 amADD - SFO
2 stops29h 45mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 7/26$1,103
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 11/216:00 pmSFO - ADD
2 stops50h 00mAir Canada
Fri 12/51:35 amADD - SFO
2 stops30h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$1,116
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/202:40 pmSFO - ADD
2 stops42h 20mLufthansa
Sat 12/610:45 amADD - SFO
2 stops36h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$1,122
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:20 pmSFO - LLI
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/2310:55 amLLI - SFO
4 stops39h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/26$1,511
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:45 pmSFO - JIM
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/162:40 pmJIM - SFO
3 stops34h 43mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/26$1,761

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Ethiopia that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Ethiopia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

12:40 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 8/24

12:45 am-4:40 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$889

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

9:15 am-5:55 am

2 stops34h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 10/28

12:05 am-11:58 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$950

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop22h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 9/16

8:45 am-10:22 am

2 stops35h 37m

$1,004

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

3:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/15

1:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,007

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

10:40 am-1:45 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 11/1

2:50 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops35h 39m

$1,052

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

9:05 pm-5:25 am

2 stops22h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 10/29

1:20 am-9:05 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$1,103

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Fri 11/21

6:00 pm-7:00 am

2 stops50h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 12/5

1:35 am-9:22 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$1,116

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Thu 11/20

2:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops42h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 12/6

10:45 am-12:40 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,122

San FranciscoLalībela

SFO - LLI

SFOLLI

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

11:20 pm-11:30 am

2 stops25h 10m

Lalibela

Sun 11/23

12:00 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops38h 35m

$1,511

San FranciscoJimma

SFO - JIM

SFOJIM

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:45 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 45m

Jimma

Tue 9/16

2:40 pm-3:23 pm

3 stops34h 43m

$1,761

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia (average of $988). Flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,500). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ET?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Ethiopia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Austrian Airlines, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Ethiopia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dominik,Jun 2025

VIE - VNO

Good service and update all information. I feel like i wanna use it again next time
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dominik,Jun 2025

VIE - VNO

Good service and update all information. I feel like i wanna use it again next time
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dominik,Jun 2025

VIE - VNO

Good service and update all information. I feel like i wanna use it again next time
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,892 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dominik,Jun 2025

VIE - VNO

Good service and update all information. I feel like i wanna use it again next time
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dominik,Jun 2025

VIE - VNO

Good service and update all information. I feel like i wanna use it again next time
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
803 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
820 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dominik,Jun 2025

VIE - VNO

Good service and update all information. I feel like i wanna use it again next time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Ethiopia?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Ethiopia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $518 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Austrian Airlines from $795 and Lufthansa from $879 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Ethiopia?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Ethiopia are San Francisco - Addis Ababa Bole, San Francisco - Lalibela and San Francisco - Axum.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia (average of $988). Flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,500). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$845Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$864Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$986Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,040Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,135Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$1,141Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,225Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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