Addis Ababa Bole International Airport Lounges Guide

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The lounges you can use at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, with access options and where to find each one. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport keeps things simple, with a handful of airport lounges to choose from — two in total. Options like Plaza Premium Lounge and Ethiopian Airlines are spread across Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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Plaza Premium Lounge

Plaza Premium Lounge runs a single lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport — in Terminal 2. You can usually get in with Priority Pass, Loungekey, Business Class and Day Pass.

Locations (1)

Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures, Terminal 2)

Terminal 2Details

Spanning 1,000 square meters and accommodating up to 325 guests, this lounge provides world-class services with culture-inspired design and authentic Ethiopian culinary experience. Features include a business center, shower rooms, smoking area, charging stations, and an open café/restaurant concept.

International
Directions

After security, Terminal 2, International Departures, near the junction of A and B gates

Access options
Priority Pass
Priority Pass membership, Same-day boarding pass
LoungeKey
LoungeKey membership, Same-day boarding pass
Business Class
Qatar Airways business class boarding pass, Badr Airlines business class boarding pass
Day Pass
Online booking or walk-in payment, Same-day boarding pass, Walk-in guests receive 10% discount on standard rates
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Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines runs 5 lounges at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport — across Terminal 2 and Terminal 1. You can usually get in with Business Class, Day Pass and Frequent Flyer.

Locations (5)

Cloud Nine Lounge

Terminal 2Details

Ethiopian Airlines flagship business class lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Features traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, extensive hot and cold buffets, full bar, shower facilities, massage chairs, children's play area, quiet room, conference room, and tarmac views. Capacity for up to 1,000 passengers.

International
Directions

After security check, go to departure level, turn left and walk until Gate A13. Lounge is located opposite Gate A13.

Access options
Business Class
Business class onward boarding pass on Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir, or Turkish Airlines, Transit passengers with onward economy class flight are not eligible, Access permitted starting 5 hours before departure time
Day Pass
Purchase lounge pass online via ethiopianairlines.com, mobile app, ticket offices, or at the airport, Same-day boarding pass

Sheba Platinum & Star Gold Lounge

Terminal 2Details

Exclusive lounge for Ethiopian Airlines ShebaMiles Platinum and Gold members and Star Alliance Gold members. Features buffet, bar, Ethiopian coffee ceremony area, and shower facilities.

International
Directions

After security check, go to departure level, turn left and walk until Gate A13. Lounge is located opposite Gate A13.

Access options
Frequent Flyer
ShebaMiles Platinum or Gold membership, Star Alliance Gold membership, Same-day boarding pass on Ethiopian Airlines or Star Alliance carrier

ShebaMiles Silver Lounge

Terminal 2Details

Exclusive lounge for ShebaMiles Silver members, inaugurated August 2024. Spans 810 square metres, accommodates up to 200 guests. Features dining areas with buffet service, comfortable seating, designated smoking room, kids' corner, and storage facilities.

International
Directions

Terminal 2, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Access options
Frequent Flyer
ShebaMiles Silver membership, ShebaMiles Platinum membership, Star Alliance Gold membership, Cloud Nine (business class) passengers, Same-day boarding pass on Ethiopian Airlines

ShebaMiles Lounge (Terminal 1)

Terminal 1Details

Ethiopian Airlines lounge at Terminal 1 serving domestic flights. Features basic seating, complimentary refreshments, and Ethiopian coffee.

Domestic
Directions

Terminal 1, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Access options
Business Class
Business class boarding pass on Ethiopian Airlines, Same-day boarding pass
Frequent Flyer
ShebaMiles Platinum or Gold membership, Star Alliance Gold membership, Same-day boarding pass on Ethiopian Airlines

ShebaMiles Platinum Lounge

Terminal 2Details

Ethiopian Airlines' newest and largest lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, inaugurated December 2025. Spanning 5,500 square metres with capacity for up to 1,000 passengers, it features dining and seating areas, bars, Ethiopian coffee corner, meeting rooms, children's room, beauty lounge, prayer room, quiet room, smoking room, luggage room, and shower facilities.

International
Directions

Terminal 2, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Access options
Frequent Flyer
ShebaMiles Platinum or Gold membership, Star Alliance Gold membership, Eligible partner airline frequent flyer members, Same-day boarding pass on Ethiopian Airlines or Star Alliance carrier

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Addis Ababa Bole International Airport have lounges?

Yes, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport has 6 lounges available: • Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures, Terminal 2) (Terminal 2) • Cloud Nine Lounge (Terminal 2) • Sheba Platinum & Star Gold Lounge (Terminal 2) • ShebaMiles Silver Lounge (Terminal 2) • ShebaMiles Lounge (Terminal 1) (Terminal 1) • ShebaMiles Platinum Lounge (Terminal 2)

Where is the Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures, Terminal 2) located at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

The Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures, Terminal 2) is located in Terminal 2 at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Where is the Cloud Nine Lounge located at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

The Cloud Nine Lounge is located in Terminal 2 at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Where is the Sheba Platinum & Star Gold Lounge located at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

The Sheba Platinum & Star Gold Lounge is located in Terminal 2 at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Where is the ShebaMiles Silver Lounge located at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

The ShebaMiles Silver Lounge is located in Terminal 2 at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Where is the ShebaMiles Lounge (Terminal 1) located at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

The ShebaMiles Lounge (Terminal 1) is located in Terminal 1 at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Where is the ShebaMiles Platinum Lounge located at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

The ShebaMiles Platinum Lounge is located in Terminal 2 at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Which terminals have lounges at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport?

Lounges are available in the following terminals at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport: Terminal 2, Terminal 1.

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