Airports

Bole International Airport (ADD)

Location: The airport is situated five miles (8km) from Addis Ababa.
Time: GMT +3.
Contacts: Tel: +251 (0)1 180 454.
Getting to the city: A regular coach service connects the airport to the city centre. This service is provided for departing passengers by Ethiopian airlines.
Car rental: Car rental is available at the airport.
Airport Taxis: To avoid haggling and overpricing use the yellow/cream coloured government taxis parked at the terminal. Taxis are also available outside the terminal building. Expect to pay around Birr 60 (approximately US$7) for a ride into the city centre; make sure you agree on this fee with the driver before starting your journey.
Facilities: Facilities include a bank and bureau de change, restaurants and bars, duty-free and gift shops, travel agents, a post office, and a tourist help desk.
Departure tax: A Passenger Service Charge of US$20 is levied on all foreign passengers.