Ethiopia

$452+ 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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ADD
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Ethiopia

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 May 15, 2026.

This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/247:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops34h 40m
SAUDIA
Wed 8/193:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops27h 42m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$980
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/247:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops32h 50m
SAUDIA
Fri 8/215:10 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops27h 23m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$1,069
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/810:35 pm
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops41h 15m
SAUDIA
Wed 8/193:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops27h 42m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$1,075
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/247:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops32h 50m
SAUDIA
Mon 8/243:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops28h 58m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$1,084
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops32h 50m
SAUDIA
Mon 9/213:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops29h 20m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$1,114
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2511:50 pm
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops50h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/309:50 pm
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops59h 41m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,152
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Tue 8/1811:50 pm
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops50h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/222:05 pm
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops41h 23m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/13$1,156
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 6/16:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops29h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 10/149:00 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops34h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/14$1,173
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops32h 50m
SAUDIA
Wed 8/193:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops27h 42m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$1,175
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:00 am
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops32h 50m
SAUDIA
Mon 8/243:35 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops28h 58m
SAUDIA
Deal found 5/11$1,179
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2610:45 pm
SFO
-
ADD
2 stops36h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/19:00 am
ADD
-
SFO
2 stops35h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/11$1,184
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 9/2410:35 pm
SFO
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AXU
2 stops29h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/282:15 pm
AXU
-
SFO
3 stops35h 26m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/12$2,273

Find 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 May 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$980
(SAUDIA)

One-way from

$452
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,350
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Addis Ababa Bole flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Addis Ababa Bole flights.
From San Francisco to Ethiopia
One-way flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($293 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Ethiopia that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

7:00 am-1:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/21

3:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,114
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

6:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop19h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/21

1:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$1,204

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 7/29

8:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops42h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 8/26

2:05 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops40h 52m

$1,250

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 7/29

5:05 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 8/26

4:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,322

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

4:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 11/1

2:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$1,334

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

7:00 am-1:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 8/7

5:10 am-10:33 pm

2 stops27h 23m

$1,359

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Fri 9/4

5:05 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 12/13

2:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$1,384

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

7:20 am-12:20 am

2 stops31h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/21

1:50 am-11:01 am

3 stops43h 11m

$1,418

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

10:20 am-12:40 pm

2 stops40h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 11/1

2:50 pm-10:19 am

2 stops54h 29m

$1,459

San FranciscoAxum

SFO - AXU

SFOAXU

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

10:35 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Axum

Mon 9/28

2:15 pm-3:41 pm

3 stops35h 26m

$2,273

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Deals found on 5/13

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia?

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Ethiopia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia (average of $454). Flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,080). 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 May 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish 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.

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 11.0 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    For as low as $2,273, SAUDIA can have you in Ethiopia from San Francisco in 29h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8650 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $494 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $526 and Ethiopian Air from $576 one-way.

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

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia (average of $454). Flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,080). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia

Discover the top 8 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 May 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$839Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$941Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SAUDIACheapest$983Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,040Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$1,119Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,126Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$1,237Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,568Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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