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Connecting route · United States → Ethiopia

Flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa

There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa. 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
DSMADDORD

Des Moines to Addis Ababa at a glance

Fastest journey18h 20mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Chicago or Atlanta

Best ways to fly from Des Moines to Addis Ababa

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

1
DSM Chicago (ORD) ADD
Leg 1: American Airlines, United Airlines, SkyWest · Leg 2: Ethiopian Airlines
Same alliance ~18h 20m
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2
DSM Atlanta (ATL) ADD
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines · Leg 2: Ethiopian Airlines
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
+9hAddis Ababa vs Des Moines
Currency in Addis Ababa
USD
Airports
DSM → ADD

Flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Des Moines to Addis Ababa?
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 Des Moines to Addis Ababa?
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 Des Moines and Addis Ababa?
The best connecting points are Chicago (ORD) and Atlanta (ATL). Compare one-ticket itineraries with self-transfer options in the search.
Which airports serve Des Moines and Addis Ababa?
Des Moines: Des Moines International Airport (DSM). Addis Ababa: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa is 9 hours ahead of Des Moines.

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