About This Airport
Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Bole International (ADD)?
When landing at Bole International (ADD), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical approach into runway 07R, aircraft come in from the west and fly roughly east-northeast, putting the Entoto mountain ridge north of the city on the left side. Passengers get a sweeping view of the forested Entoto hills and the sprawling Addis Ababa cityscape spread out below during the descent. Notable sights include: Entoto Mountains ridge, Addis Ababa city sprawl, Entoto forested slopes, general highland terrain surrounding the Bole plateau.
What can I see when arriving at Addis Ababa?
Arriving at Bole International in Addis Ababa, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Entoto Mountains ridge, Addis Ababa city sprawl, Entoto forested slopes, general highland terrain surrounding the Bole plateau. On the typical approach into runway 07R, aircraft come in from the west and fly roughly east-northeast, putting the Entoto mountain ridge north of the city on the left side. Passengers get a sweeping view of the forested Entoto hills and the sprawling Addis Ababa cityscape spread out below during the descent.
What factors affect the best window seat landing at Bole International?
The best window seat landing at Bole International (ADD) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Addis Ababa (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.