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Flights to Ethiopia in 2026
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Cheapest flights to Ethiopia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Ethiopia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 9 November 2026.
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Deal found 6/11AED 1,488
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,491
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,510
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Deal found 9/11AED 1,579
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Deal found 8/11AED 1,590
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1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 9/11AED 1,601
Best flights to Ethiopia
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Ethiopia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 November 2026.
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Deal found 6/11AED 1,715
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Deal found 7/11AED 2,299
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Deal found 6/11AED 2,589
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Deal found 6/11AED 2,927
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Deal found 5/11AED 3,023
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,734
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Deal found 9/11AED 1,785
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Deal found 8/11AED 1,785
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Deal found 8/11AED 2,531
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Deal found 9/11AED 3,030
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Deal found 4/11AED 3,133
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Deal found 8/11AED 4,984
Direct flights to Ethiopia
Explore direct flight options to Ethiopia based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 November 2026.
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,590
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,605
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,609
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,623
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,627
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,638
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Deal found 7/11AED 1,656
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,660
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Deal found 7/11AED 1,679
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Deal found 9/11AED 1,682
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,697
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Deal found 8/11AED 1,701
Last-minute flights to Ethiopia
Discover last-minute flight deals to Ethiopia. Data last updated 9 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 10/1102:20 -
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Deal found 9/11AED 1,601
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Deal found 8/11AED 1,590
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Mon 14/1210:20 -
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Deal found 9/11AED 1,579
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Deal found 7/11AED 1,620
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Wed 2/1210:20 -
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Deal found 6/11AED 1,488
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,627
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Deal found 8/11AED 3,221
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Deal found 8/11AED 2,593
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Deal found 8/11AED 3,232
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Deal found 8/11AED 3,379
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Deal found 8/11AED 3,445
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Fri 11/1220:35 -
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Deal found 5/11AED 1,609
One-way flights to Ethiopia
Search for one-way flight options to Ethiopia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 November 2026.
Tue 8/1219:30 -
1 stop10h 10m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 5/11AED 746
Sat 21/1104:25 -
1 stop13h 00m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 5/11AED 1,333
Find flight deals to Ethiopia
Find the latest flights to Ethiopia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 9 November 2026.
Locate flights to Ethiopia that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 9 November 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Ethiopia that are best for you.
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Cheapest return flight
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Tue 8/12
19:30-04:40
1 stop10h 10m
Addis Ababa Bole
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 746
DubaiDire Dawa
DXB Dubai Intl - DIR Dire Dawa Aba Tenna D Yilma
DXBDIR
Dubai Intl
Sat 5/12
17:10-08:35
1 stop16h 25m
Dire Dawa Aba Tenna D Yilma
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 1,388
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Sun 22/11
02:20-09:30
1 stop8h 10m
Addis Ababa Bole
Wed 2/12
10:20-05:45
1 stop18h 25m
AED 1,488
Fastest return journey
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Sun 22/11
00:30-04:00
Nonstop4h 30m
Addis Ababa Bole
Wed 2/12
20:35-01:55
Nonstop4h 20m
AED 1,715
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Tue 8/12
00:30-04:00
Nonstop4h 30m
Addis Ababa Bole
Mon 14/12
20:35-01:55
Nonstop4h 20m
AED 1,734
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Tue 1/12
16:00-19:30
Nonstop4h 30m
Addis Ababa Bole
Fri 4/12
05:00-10:20
Nonstop4h 20m
AED 1,785
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Tue 1/12
00:30-04:00
Nonstop4h 30m
Addis Ababa Bole
Sun 6/12
20:35-01:55
Nonstop4h 20m
AED 1,785
DubaiAddis Ababa
DXB Dubai Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole
DXBADD
Dubai Intl
Mon 23/11
14:10-17:20
Nonstop4h 10m
Addis Ababa Bole
Tue 1/12
04:05-19:00
1 stop13h 55m
AED 2,299
DubaiJimma
DXB Dubai Intl - JIM Jimma
DXBJIM
Dubai Intl
Wed 23/12
16:00-17:10
1 stop26h 10m
Jimma
Wed 30/12
10:10-10:20
1 stop23h 10m
AED 2,531
DubaiDessie
DXB Dubai Intl - DSE Dessie Combolcha
DXBDSE
Dubai Intl
Fri 13/11
04:25-09:15
2 stops29h 50m
Dessie Combolcha
Sat 21/11
08:40-01:10
2 stops15h 30m
AED 2,589
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Best time to book a flight to Ethiopia
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DXB-ADD
DXB-DIR
DXB-DSE
DXB-JIM
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DXB-ET0
DXB-ADD
DXB-DIR
DXB-DSE
DXB-JIM
How long is the flight to Ethiopia?
On average, a flight from Dubai to Ethiopia takes 4 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Ethiopia from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
Weekly flight availability to Ethiopia
The most flights from Dubai to Ethiopia are scheduled on a Sunday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Ethiopia?
The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Ethiopia are flydubai, Ethiopian Air and flynas.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Ethiopia?
The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Ethiopia are Etihad Airways, flynas and Ethiopian Air.
Rainfall in Ethiopia by month
Plan your trip to Ethiopia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ethiopia ranges from 10.0 - 280.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Ethiopia when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.
Temperature in Ethiopia by month
Plan your trip to Ethiopia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ethiopia, 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 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).
When is the best time to book a flight to Ethiopia?
Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Ethiopia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What are the most popular places to fly to in Ethiopia?
Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Ethiopia in the last few years. This data was updated on 9 November 2026.
The most popular places in Ethiopia to fly to are Addis Ababa, Jimma and Dessie.
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 9 November 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air to Ethiopia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
FAQs about flying to Ethiopia
Can I find cheaper flights to Ethiopia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Ethiopia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Ethiopia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Ethiopia?
Addis Ababa Bole is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Ethiopia. One-way flights to Addis Ababa Bole typically cost AED 357, while return flights cost around AED 878.
Yes. Addis Ababa Bole has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bertukanama Guesthouse is the closest property to Addis Ababa Bole (0.0 km away from Addis Ababa Bole).
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