Travelling from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Addis Ababa is one hour behind Port Louis and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MRU to ADD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MRU and ADD include:
Antananarivo Ivato International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight is R 9,284. A round-trip ticket right now is R 15,519. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MRU to ADD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MRU to ADD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Of all flights leaving Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, 72.12% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport from central Port Louis, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MRU:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Consider staying in a hotel near ADD if you have a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Addis Ababa and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can pick up an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport rental car from Green Motion.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Addis Ababa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Addis Ababa in April.
Lock in your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Addis Ababa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MRU to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Ethiopia
You've done Addis Ababa, now it's time to explore other parts of Ethiopia. Journey about 354 kilometres east to Dire Dawa to tick off its top attractions. From ጋሽ አቤ ጋራ Gash Abe Mountain to Hadheeysa and Masjid Quba, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Ethiopia, consider Nazrēt, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. Baraka mesjid, Aba Geda Hall and Al-Aqsa Mosque are highlights.