Popular Airport | Graz Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 5 hour 50 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 4770 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Addis Ababa City Center
Bole Intl. Airport
The airport, which is approximately 6 kilometers of the city center, is located on Bole Road. In the city where public transportation is not very developed, you can use minibuses to reach the airport. Taxi is another transportation alternative that is frequently preferred by visitors. In addition to these, you can get to the airport from the city center by renting a car or by benefitting from the airport shuttle service in case your hotel offers this service.
Minibus
You can reach the airport by getting on a minibus from the minibus stops located in the city center. Minibuses generally carry passengers to the airport from 5:30 am to 09:00 pm. Although it is relatively cheaper compared to taxi, you should remember that drivers may demand higher amounts from tourists. The fare is about 5 Birr. They may also charge extra amount for each baggage.
Hotel Shuttle
Hotel shuttle service is the most comfortable alternative for your travel to the airport. In Addis Ababa city center, there are both small hotels and accommodation centers of chain hotels such as Hilton, Radisson and Sheraton. Some of these hotels offer airport shuttle service. If your hotel offers this service and you want to benefit from this service for your travel to the airport, you should definitely make a reservation in advance.
Taxi
There are two types of taxis that you can get on to reach the airport. Mercedes taxis of the National Tour Operator (NTO) operate under a company and offer service with more comfortable vehicles. With their predetermined tariffs, they create a more reliable image in terms of the fares. You can ask your hotel to call a NTO taxi for you.
There is no taximeter in the taxis operating in Addis Ababa, so it is advised to agree on the fare before getting on. These yellow taxis are approximately 10 times more expensive than blue-white taxis. You can also reach the airport in a short time with a blue-white taxi which you can find in the city center or waiting in front of hotels. The average fare is between 80 and 100 Birr. The owners of these taxis aren’t companies but individuals. Since there is also no taximeter in blue-white taxis and fares are not standardized by a company, they are more flexible in terms of fares and you should definitely bargain.
Car Rental
You can rent a car from one of the car rental companies that you can find in the city center or from the offices of tour operators. You can also get help from your hotel about renting a car.
Since some roads in Addis Ababa have no name, there isn’t sufficient number of traffic signs throughout the city and there is no traffic light on many roundabouts, traffic flow isn’t in order. For this reason, renting a car during your visit may not be a good option. If you want to rent a car only for travelling to the airport from the city center, you should prefer a company which has an office at the airport.
In order to get to the airport with the car you have rented, connect to Bole Road in the city center, drive southeastward and follow the airport signs.
Airport Information
There are 2 terminals at the airport. Terminal 1, which offers service for domestic flights, is located in the old building. Terminal 2 offers service for international passenger transportation in the new building.
At Bole International Airport, there are many restaurants and cafes in addition to stores and a duty-free shop where you can do some shopping before your flight.
At the airport, there is also a lounge for passengers looking for a comfortable environment and a much larger lounge is now being constructed. Although there is no left luggage service at the airport, you can find other standard airport services such as pharmacy, currency exchange office and ATM.
Transportation to Graz City Center from Airport
Graz Airport
Graz, the European Capital of Culture in 2003, is the capital of the Austrian province of Steiermark. Due to its proximity to many major cities, Graz is considered a transfer point. The student population is also very high due to the fact that there are many universities in the city which has the only jazz school of Europe. Cultural events are organized in the city, which embraces every branch of art.
You can see the traces of history untouched everywhere in the city, which has managed to enter UNESCO's list of world heritages. The city center is extremely convenient for walking and has safe pedestrian paths. Trams and buses are being used as a means of public transport in Graz. As you can get single tickets, if you use the public transport several times during the day, you can also choose the day tickets that will be more suitable. The single ticket is 2.20 Euros and the daily ticket is 4.70 Euros. There are weekly and monthly ticket alternatives for those who are planning to stay longer in the city.
You can easily get your ticket from the machines at the tram stops. You should remember that you have to validate your ticket via the machines that are in the vehicle and that it is forbidden to talk on the tram with your mobile phone. One of the most enjoyable ways to explore the city center of Graz is to ride a bike. You can easily rent bicycles in the city center and travel around the city which has a bicycle path of 106 kilometers. You can travel safely thanks to these long bicycle paths. The bike route along the Mur River is the most popular one with its beautiful view.
It is very easy to get from Graz to the surrounding cities and countries, as it is also easy to reach Graz with air and railways, as well as with buses or cars. You can easily reach Slovenia and Maribor via the A9 road. The city is very close to Hungary. You can make a comfortable journey to discover nearby countries, especially by taking the train journey and buying your ticket on the internet in advance. You can reach Vienna in an average of 2.5 hours by buses paying 22 Euros and by trains paying 38 Euros. Graz International Airport is located 10 kilometers from the city center of.
If you prefer public transportation, you can go to the city center by bus and train. If you want more comfortable and private transportation, you can use airport shuttle services or you can also choose to take a taxi. Car rental is an important alternative, especially if you want to add different cities to your trip.
Bus
You can easily reach the city center with the municipal buses, which can be found at the bus stops next to the exit gate of the arrival terminal. One way ticket price is 2.20 Euros.
Train
Flughafen Graz-Feldkirchen train station is located about 10 minutes' walk away from the exit of the arrival terminal. Traveling to the city center takes only 12 minutes.
Hotel Shuttle
For passengers who do not want to use public transport or who do not want to describe the hotel to the taxi driver, airport shuttles provided by many hotels stand out as the most practical and convenient means of transportation. Especially if you are traveling in groups, you will be able to benefit from this service by booking in advance with your hotel, as you will receive a suitable fare.
Taxi
You can reach the city center from the airport by taxi for an average of 20 Euros. Taxi stops are located just in front of the terminal exit door. There are official sealed taximeters on each taxi and you are charged according to the time spent in the traffic and distance.
Car Rental
The airport hosts the offices of five different car rental companies. If you are planning to travel to different cities and countries throughout your trip, car rental is a very comfortable choice. In order to rent a car, you must have an international driver's license. The city center is very convenient for walking and it has a very developed and comfortable public transport system, thus renting a car is not suggested for those who are going to stay only in Graz.
Airport Shuttle
The airport has shuttle services operated by two different private companies that work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can reach the city center by bus, taxi or limousine according to your preference and budget by using airport shuttle services. You must book in advance to take advantage of this service. Hotels are helping their guests with booking procedures. The cost is 38 Euros, on average, per person for one way.
