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$506+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ethiopia

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Apr 29 — May 61
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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$900
(Expedia)

One-way from

$506
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$937
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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 April 24, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/54:30 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1312:05 amADD - SFO
2 stops33h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$900
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 9/112:40 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop23h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/3012:45 amADD - SFO
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/23$923
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:35 pmSFO - ADD
2 stops33h 05mAir Canada
Fri 1/302:50 pmADD - SFO
2 stops31h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$1,038
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 9/1010:45 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop22h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/110:50 pmADD - SFO
2 stops37h 14mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/23$1,071
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/105:05 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop34h 40mEmirates
Mon 8/254:00 pmADD - SFO
1 stop32h 00mEmirates
Deal found 4/23$1,235
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/209:05 pmSFO - ADD
2 stops46h 20mAustrian Airlines
Tue 8/1912:35 amADD - SFO
2 stops28h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/12:34 pmSFO - ADD
2 stops30h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/3110:50 pmADD - SFO
3 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,515
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/202:40 pmSFO - ADD
1 stop29h 15mLufthansa
Tue 8/1912:05 amADD - SFO
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$1,538
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:10 amSFO - ADD
3 stops36h 35mAir Europa
Mon 6/212:05 amADD - SFO
3 stops33h 24mAir Europa
Deal found 4/23$2,958

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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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Ethiopia that are best for you.

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San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

4:30 pm-5:55 am

1 stop27h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 5/13

12:05 am-11:54 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$900

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

12:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 10/30

12:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$923

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

10:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop22h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 12/1

10:50 pm-1:04 am

2 stops37h 14m

$1,071

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

11:50 am-6:45 am

2 stops32h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 12/1

2:50 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops39h 22m

$1,083

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

3:55 pm-12:20 am

1 stop22h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 5/17

1:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,105

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

5:05 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 8/25

4:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,235

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

9:05 pm-5:25 am

2 stops46h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 8/19

12:35 am-7:00 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$1,371

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

2:34 pm-6:45 am

2 stops30h 11m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 10/31

10:50 pm-8:50 pm

3 stops32h 00m

$1,515

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

2:40 pm-5:55 am

1 stop29h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 8/19

12:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,538

San FranciscoAddis Ababa

SFO - ADD

SFOADD

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

7:10 am-5:45 am

3 stops36h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 6/2

12:05 am-11:29 pm

3 stops33h 24m

$2,958

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia (average of $988). Flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ET?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Ethiopia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 0.4 - 11.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Ethiopia when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

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 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

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 April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Austrian Airlines and Cathay Pacific from San Francisco to Ethiopia by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
850 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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

  • 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 $506 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $705 and Ethiopian Air from $1,188 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Ethiopia are San Francisco - Addis Ababa Bole, San Francisco - Jimma and San Francisco - Axum.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ethiopia (average of $988). Flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Ethiopia

Discover the top 9 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$820Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$869Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,013Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,055Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,135Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$1,141Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,249Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,547Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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