Search Flights from Malabo to Addis Ababa

In Malabo, which is the capital city and one of the largest cities of Equatorial Guinea, the airport is approximately 10 kilometers far from the city center. The travel from the city center to the Malabo International Airport takes about 15 minutes. In Malabo, there are official and unofficial taxis, rental cars and hotel shuttle services that provide service for passengers traveling to the airport. You will not pay high amount for taking a taxi in Malabo, and thanks to the short distance between the airport and the city center, which is approximately 10 kilometers, it is possible to travel by taxi in exchange for an affordable price. By using the hotel shuttle services, you can travel from Malabo's city center to the airport for free or for a low fee.

Taxi

It is pretty easy to find a taxi in Malabo city center and travel to the airport, which is located about 10 kilometers far from the city, by using a taxi. However, you should be sure that the taxi you take is an official taxi before getting into it. There are also many unofficial taxis within the city and it may not be a good idea and not be safe to arrive at the airport with these vehicles. The fares of the taxis can be counted as suitable for those passengers coming from Malabo city center. If you travel 30 minutes or more far from the center, taking a taxi may be a little bit higher than normal. It is a better and comfortable option to rent a car or use shuttle services for passengers traveling from places around the city.

Car Rental

It is a possible way of transportation to rent a car in Malabo, which is the capital city of the country, and travel directly to the airport with a rental car. If you only need to travel to the airport, it may be a more budget-friendly option to use taxis or private shuttle services instead of renting a car. Rental cars are considered to be both affordable and practical alternatives for those coming to Malabo from a region and want to visit different places around the city. To rent a car, you can make a reservation through the hotel where you will be staying in the city or by contacting the car rental companies directly. You can reach the airport terminal in approximately 15 minutes by following the direction signs that you will see at the Malabo International Airport.

Hotel Shuttle

The shuttle services provided by the hotels in Malabo are both a safe and budget-friendly transfer alternative for passengers who want to visit the Malabo International Airport. If you choose to take the hotel shuttle services, you can arrive at the Malabo International Airport in approximately 15 or 20 minutes. If the hotel you stay in the city does not provide a shuttle service, you can choose one of the special services that transport passengers from the airport to the city center.

Airport Information

At the Malabo International Airport, which is located approximately 10 kilometers far from the center of the capital city Malabo, there are regular flights to cities such as Paris, Madrid, Frankfurt, Addis Ababa and Casablanca. This airport can be considered quieter and less crowded when compared to other airports located in Africa. Malabo International Airport has a modern atmosphere, and it provides services for passengers thanks to shops, restaurants and cafes where you can buy souvenirs and other necessities. You can contact the consultancy desk at the Malabo International Airport regarding travel and other issues in Malabo, and benefit from the departments such as the lost property office and the exchange office, if you need.

Addis Ababa, which is connected to Kenya, Somalia and Sudan by highways, connected to Djibouti, one of the important trade centers of Africa, by railways and has an international airport, is both a transfer point and an important trade center for the country. In the country where animal husbandry and agriculture are widespread and light industry is developed, the most important product of the city is coffee. The city is also an important education center thanks to the universities and colleges it hosts.

In the city, there are many coffee shops where you can drink and buy coffee. In Addis Ababa, urban transportation is provided with buses, minibuses and taxis. Public transportation isn’t very developed. Ticket prices of these means are affordable. However, bus routes don’t operate at regular intervals and there may sometimes be delays.

Blue - white colored minibuses that you can use as an alternative to buses are faster than buses and carry passengers with more affordable fares. The fare is about 1.5 Birr, which is less than 50 cents, depending on your destination. Minibuses that start operating at early hours in the morning generally offer service until 09:00 pm. You can also get on a taxi for your transportation in the city. It is not always easy to find a taxi here. You can find a taxi more easily in central parts of the city and in front of big hotels.

The vehicles used as taxi are generally old model automobiles. Despite of this, it can be said that taxis are the most comfortable means of transportation in Addis Ababa. However, before getting on a taxi you should agree on the fare and definitely bargain with the driver. If you are thinking of renting a car and having a comfortable means of transportation during your visit, you should be careful about the traffic. You should remember that there are no traffic lights on many roads and roundabouts and this situation negatively affects traffic flow. In addition, you can have trouble in buying gas. There can be long queues at gasoline stations. On the other hand, there is no problem about parking in the city and average parking fee is 0.50 Birr. Although there is a railway system in the city, trains are not a part of urban transportation.

Bole International Airport is located 6 km south of the city center on Bole Road. To get to the city center from the airport you can use minibuses as the means of public transportation or you can also choose to take a taxi. Renting a car is another alternative for your travel to the city center although it is generally not recommended due to traffic problems. If you are going to stay at a hotel, airport shuttle services offered by some hotel are one of the most comfortable and reliable transportation options.

Minibus

If you are thinking of getting to the city center by using a means of public transportation, you can get on the minibuses departing from Bole Dild minibus stops located in front of the overpass found right across the terminal exit. Minibuses offer service from 06:00 am to 08:00 pm.

The fares are cheaper than taxis and vary according to your destination. The fares are 5 Birr on average. You should remember that tourists may be charged higher amounts. You can learn the amount you need to pay by talking to other passengers before getting on any minibus. You need to pay an additional amount for your baggage.

Hotel Shuttle

In addition to small hotels, accommodation centers of certain chain hotels like Radisson, Hilton and Sheraton are also located in the city center. Some hotels offer airport shuttle service. If you don’t prefer public transportation and don’t want to bargain with taxi drivers about the fare, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle service which will pick you up in front of the baggage claim area and leave you just in front of your hotel. To benefit from this service, you should contact your hotel in advance and agree on the price, make a reservation and give the necessary information such as the number of passengers and baggage.

Taxi

There are two types of taxis that you can get on to reach the city center from the airport. At airport taxi stand, 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 and offer private services. You can ask your hotel to call a NTO taxi for you or get in contact with the taxi desk located in the arriving passenger terminal. Tariffs are offered according to your destination. There is no taximeter in these taxis, so it is advised to agree on the fare before getting on. These taxis are approximately 10 times more expensive than blue-white taxis. You can also reach the city center in a short time with a blue-white taxi which you can get on at the exit of the airport. The average fare is between 80 and 100 Birr.

These taxis are managed by individuals. These taxis, which are larger than a standard automobile, operate just like a small bus. They have a standard route, pick up passengers from certain points and drop them off at certain points. There is no taximeter in blue-white taxis and the fares of the stops are predetermined. In addition, you shouldn’t forget that you may need to bargain on the fare.

Car Rental

You can rent a car from one of the car rental companies located at the airport. Since some roads 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. In order to reach the city center with the car you have rented, you should drive northwestward after leaving the airport. The road is about 6 kilometers.