How to find cheap flights to Djibouti
Catch a flight to Djibouti taking off from Cairo. This is often the most affordable airport to fly out of.
Consider touching down at Djibouti to get even more value from your fare.
Try to keep June free. It's often the cheapest time to visit Djibouti.
The best price for a one-way flight is ج.م. 16,234. A return ticket starts from ج.م. 31,474.
Not fussed where you land and just want to save? Get a list of the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Djibouti' in the 'To' field.
If you know where you want to travel to, select 'Add nearby airports' at the beginning of your search. This will display flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could help you save.
Take the stress out of fare hunting by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when prices drop.
Book sooner rather than later. You could walk away with some impressive early bird discounts.
The best time to go to Djibouti
To find the cheapest month for flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
January is one of the busiest months to fly. Travelling during high season means more to see and do, but it's rarely the cheapest time to go.
December is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Djibouti then.
Think about how you like to travel and let the weather guide your choice. July is one of the warmest months in Djibouti, with highs averaging 38ºC.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you prefer cooler conditions. The average lows then are 22ºC.
June is usually the driest month, while April is the wettest.
When picking your dates, also factor in times of extreme heat and brief heavy rain periods. Weather risks can differ by region, so check what applies to the places you're visiting.
Getting to Djibouti
Djibouti Ambouli International Airport (JIB) in Djibouti will be where you land when you book flights to Djibouti.
The airlines flying in most frequently, along with rough monthly flight counts, are:
Ethiopian Airlines — 60
Air Djibouti — 50
Qatar Airways — 30
Major hubs including Istanbul, Dubai and Doha are common stops on flights to Djibouti. Your connection (if any) will depend on your airline and departure city, which you can check during your search.
Places to visit in Djibouti
Djibouti
If time limited you to one place, this city would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 620,000, it crams in more highlights than you can cover in one visit.
Key stops include Mosquée Al-Molk, Khor Ambado Beach and Masjid al-Qiblatayn Mosque.
Djibouti Ambouli International Airport (JIB) handles most international flights into Djibouti. You'll find some excellent flight deals to Djibouti landing at this major hub.
Looking for a place to rest your head? Explore the full range of hotels in Djibouti.
Good to know
Entry rules may vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so double-check before you travel. Airlines and official embassy sites will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) take some effort to find, so plan ahead for where and when you'll withdraw money.
Be ready to tip in Djibouti. Tipping is standard practice when paying for service-based experiences including guided tours, dining out, and private transport.
With low Wi-Fi availability, getting online can be tricky while travelling around. Download what you need (like booking confirmations, maps and key details) while you have a connection.
Djibouti City is the capital of Djibouti, which has a population of around 1.2 million.
This destination has one standard time zone of UTC+3.
Djibouti is part of the Eastern Africa subregion of Africa.
Want to time your flight to Djibouti with something big? Well-known events to build your trip around include Djibouti Independence Day, the Fest'Horn International Music Festival and the Djibouti Camel Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
A cheap ticket to Djibouti gets you there. The next move is booking your stay. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Djibouti. For the freedom to get around at your own pace, also browse the range of car hire options in Djibouti.
