Layover in Addis Ababa

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Our advice for your 3–6 hours layover

Addis Ababa is manageable with a single cultural stop, but traffic and security checks vary.

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Tips and amenities from our insider guides.

Addis Ababa’s main airport (ADD). Hub for Ethiopian Airlines. Modernized terminal, lounges decent but can crowd.

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Insider tip: Security/immigration can back up; add buffer, especially on connections.

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