Jet lag is cumulative, and a poor layover in Addis Ababa shows up sectors later. Aircrew Travel plans Addis Ababa around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Addis Ababa
Strategic naps beat one long, mistimed sleep when crews stage through Addis Ababa across the window of circadian low.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Africa time zones during a Addis Ababa layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Addis Ababa
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Addis Ababa layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to ADD.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Addis Ababa?
Very much. A short transfer from ADD and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.