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Connecting route · Ethiopia → United States

Flights from Addis Ababa to Des Moines

There are no direct flights from Addis Ababa to Des Moines. The easiest way is one stop via Chicago or Atlanta, about 18h 20m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 18h 20m
ADDDSMORD

Addis Ababa to Des Moines at a glance

Fastest journey18h 20mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Chicago or Atlanta

Best ways to fly from Addis Ababa to Des Moines

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
ADD Chicago (ORD) DSM
Leg 1: Ethiopian Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines, United Airlines, SkyWest
Same alliance ~18h 20m
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2
ADD Atlanta (ATL) DSM
Leg 1: Ethiopian Airlines · Leg 2: Delta Air Lines
Self-transfer likely ~20h 29m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
12,590 km7,818 miles
Journey time
18h 20mestimate
Time difference
-9hDes Moines vs Addis Ababa
Currency in Des Moines
USD
Airports
ADD → DSM

Flights from Addis Ababa to Des Moines: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Addis Ababa to Des Moines?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Chicago and Atlanta. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Des Moines?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 18h 20m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 12,590 km.
Where do you change planes between Addis Ababa and Des Moines?
The best connecting points are Chicago (ORD) and Atlanta (ATL). Compare one-ticket itineraries with self-transfer options in the search.
Which airports serve Addis Ababa and Des Moines?
Addis Ababa: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). Des Moines: Des Moines International Airport (DSM).
What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 9 hours behind Addis Ababa.

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