Plan your arrival in Addis Ababa.
Whether Addis Ababa is the destination or the start of another journey, the connection details matter. Tell us about your city stay or final airport so we can compare flights around the right arrival date, baggage arrangements and any change between international and domestic travel.
East Africa · Family visits & African connections
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is selected. Domestic connections need separate terminal and baggage checks.
Before you book
Check the type of connection
Ethiopian Airlines identifies Terminal 2 for international flights and Terminal 1 for domestic services at Addis Ababa. Confirm the terminals shown for your journey and any transfer instructions. An international-to-domestic connection involves different formalities from continuing between international flights.
Ask about domestic baggage collection
Ethiopian Airlines' customs notice says passengers continuing to an Ethiopian domestic destination must collect baggage at Addis Ababa, clear customs and hand it back at domestic check-in, even when tagged onward. Build your connection around those steps and request clarification for your specific ticket.
Plan a stopover as an entry
If you want to leave the airport, check current entry permission for your passport and arrange the hotel and transport. Airline stopover benefits have eligibility conditions and should be confirmed for your booking. Review FCDO advice separately for Addis Ababa and any onward Ethiopian destination.
Questions and answers
Will my bags go straight to an Ethiopian domestic airport?
Do not assume that an onward baggage tag removes the customs step. Ethiopian's published notice requires collection and customs clearance at Addis Ababa before dropping bags at domestic check-in. Confirm instructions at departure.
Does every Addis Ababa connection include a hotel?
No. Ask the operating airline to confirm whether your itinerary qualifies and where any accommodation is located. Also check entry documents if the stay requires leaving the international transit area.
Can I request extra time between flights?
Yes. Tell us if a longer connection would help with mobility, children or baggage formalities. We can check alternatives without treating the shortest published connection as the best fit for every traveller.
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Last checked: 13 September 2026