Addis Ababa to Chicago (ADD–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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ET3511
ET Ethiopian
77L
6:47 AM
CDT
10:52 PM
EAT
8h 5m
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ET575
ET Ethiopian
788
10:49 AM
CDT T5
8:00 AM+1
EAT
13h 11m
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Addis Ababa to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-8h behind 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ADD and ORD, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

Also explore ADD Routes ORD Routes ADD Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ADD to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~21h
Fastest
~49h
Longest
TLV ~21h 0m VIE ~21h 33m DOH ~21h 45m FCO ~23h 14m FRA ~23h 27m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,318
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ADD → ORD
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
ORD → ADD
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
54%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-8h
Chicago is 8 hours behind Addis Ababa.
ADD: EAT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 10:00 AM in Chicago.
Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ADD–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Addis Ababa to Chicago route.
Route details
Time difference-8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: ADD
Full nameAddis Ababa Bole International Airport
IATA / ICAOADD / HAAB
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Passengers/yr11.8M
Elevation7,630 ft / 2,326 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ADD to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TLV, VIE, DOH, FCO, FRA, MAD, LHR, BRU, LGG, AUH, MXP, IST, GRU, CDG, DXB, AMM, ATH, ICN and HKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 8 hours behind Addis Ababa.
Yes, return flights from ORD to ADD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 21 hours via TLV. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.