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ADDAddis Ababa·Bole International·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Recommended minimum1 hour 15 min
Quick Stats
Concourses
2
Terminal 1 (Domestic/Regional), Terminal 2 (International)
Max Transit
30m
via walking
Avg. Security
20m
Primary Hub
Ethiopian Airlines
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45min
Domestic → International
60min
International → Domestic
60min
International → International
90min
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AD PLACEMENT — CONTEXTUAL
Getting Between Concourses
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are physically adjacent and linked by a connecting corridor, but transferring passengers are often required to exit and re-clear a security checkpoint, and remote aircraft stands frequently require an apron shuttle bus rather than a jet bridge. International-to-international transit passengers staying airside use a dedicated transfer security lane, though this can back up significantly during overlapping bank arrivals.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Key Facts
Ethiopian Airlines mega-hub
Single congested international terminal
Bank-driven connection waves
Re-screening for transit passengers
Airlines at ADD
Ethiopian Airlines
Common Questions
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at ADD?

Even a same-terminal domestic connection is tight once security queues and gate walk time are factored in. See full 30 min guide →

Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at ADD?

Matches the bare domestic-domestic MCT and only works with an on-time arrival and light security lines. See full 45 min guide →

Is 1 hour enough for a layover at ADD?

Meets the international MCT floor but leaves no room for the frequent congestion at the transfer checkpoint. See full 1 hr guide →

Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at ADD?

Comfortably clears domestic and most international-domestic MCTs with modest buffer. See full 1¼ hr guide →

Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at ADD?

Matches the international-international MCT and is generally reliable outside peak overnight banks. See full 1½ hr guide →

Is 2 hours enough for a layover at ADD?

Comfortable margin that absorbs typical arrival delays and terminal congestion. See full 2 hr guide →

Is 2½ hours enough for a layover at ADD?

Ample time for any combination of connections, including gate changes and shuttle transfers. See full 2½ hr guide →

Is 3 hours enough for a layover at ADD?

Well beyond any realistic MCT scenario, with time to spare even during the busiest overnight bank. See full 3 hr guide →

Is 4 hours enough for a layover at ADD?

More than enough time, potentially allowing a lounge visit or even a quick landside break if needed. See full 4 hr guide →

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