Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Bole Intl. Airport (ADD)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Airport to Bole Intl. Airport (ADD)?
Book a trip with Ethiopian Airlines and you can expect to be in the air for around 13 hours and 45 minutes. This top carrier operates a direct flight that departs at 10:15AM from ORD and comes in to land at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport at 8:00AM. Expedia has some incredible flight deals, so check out what's on offer on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Airport to Bole Intl. Airport (ADD) last minute?
When it comes to booking your flights, being organized pays off. While you may be able to find a deal on an O'Hare Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight at the last minute, prices usually don't get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international travel it's three to four months.
What airports do you fly into for Addis Ababa from Chicago?
Chicago to Addis Ababa flights touch down at Bole Intl. Airport (ADD). Unpack your bags at your hotel and then head out to visit some of the city's best attractions, such as African Union Headquarters and Edna Mall. The airport is around 3 kilometers southeast of the center of Addis Ababa.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Airport to Bole Intl. Airport (ADD)?
For Ethiopian Airlines flights making their way from ORD to ADD, the busiest period is between 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you want to avoid any delays, fly out in the morning. This gives you a better chance to miss the air traffic that accumulates later in the day.
Can I change the date of my flight from O'Hare Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?
It's so easy to make changes to your O'Hare Airport to ADD journey yourself. Just log in to the Expedia Trips portal and hit "change flight." Browse around for new flights and choose the one that better suits your plans. You'll get an estimate of flight change fees that may apply. Alternatively, head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Bole Intl.
Distance
12108 km
Average flight time
12 hours 45 mins

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Chicago to Addis Ababa Flights

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Bagging a cheap flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa may mean more dollars to spend on for one-of-a-kind souvenirs when you arrive, but it doesn’t mean you have to skimp on your travel experience, as Expedia offers a sizzling selection of cheap airlines that’ll put you in your happy place on their planes, whether that’s getting lost in a hair-raising airport thriller, dreaming on the passing landscape over a glass of bubbly, or jotting down your vacation bucket list at 38,000 feet. There’s also bound to be plenty of opportunities to snap a few photos of the high life that will make your friends green with envy. After all, enjoying the journey is part of the fun.

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