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R4 348+ Cheap flights to Addis Ababa

— ADD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Addis Ababa in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Addis Ababa

Mon 12/1012:30 -
3 stops28h 35m
Tue 13/1023:30 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Deal found 15/9R8 663
Sun 6/1212:30 -
3 stops15h 15m
Fri 11/129:10 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 16/9R8 712
Mon 5/1012:30 -
3 stops24h 50m
Fri 9/1015:35 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 15/9R9 005
Thu 17/912:30 -
3 stops28h 35m
Wed 23/915:35 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 16/9R9 022
Thu 1/1012:30 -
3 stops28h 35m
Thu 8/1015:35 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 14/9R9 054
Thu 31/1212:30 -
3 stops15h 15m
Thu 7/19:10 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 13/9R9 070
Thu 17/912:30 -
3 stops31h 20m
Tue 17/1123:30 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Deal found 15/9R9 136
Fri 9/1017:00 -
1 stop15h 30m
Fri 16/1020:00 -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 13/9R9 396

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Return from

R8 663

One-way from

R4 348

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R8 875
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/10-13/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Addis Ababa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/2-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Addis Ababa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 560

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 592

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

13:45-14:20

1 stop23h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 970

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

12:30-4:45

3 stops15h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 11/12

9:10-13:30

Nonstop5h 20m

R8 712

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

12:30-4:45

3 stops15h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 5/11

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

R9 054

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

12:30-4:45

3 stops15h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 7/1

9:10-13:30

Nonstop5h 20m

R9 070

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

2:00-19:55

1 stop16h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 27/10

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

R10 031

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

12:30-14:20

3 stops24h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 064

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 16/10

10:00-1:00

1 stop16h 00m

R10 471

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

12:30-19:30

3 stops30h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 11/10

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

R10 780

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Addis Ababa

How long is the flight to Addis Ababa?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa takes 5 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Addis Ababa from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Addis Ababa

The most flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are scheduled on a Wednesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Addis Ababa?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are Ethiopian Air, South African and ASKY.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 237
South African
South African
From R8 615
ASKY
ASKY
From R10 825
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R10 455

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are Ethiopian Air, South African and ASKY.

Rainfall in Addis Ababa by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Addis Ababa ranges from 10.0 - 280.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Addis Ababa when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Addis Ababa by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Addis Ababa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Addis Ababa?

The price you pay for your flight to Addis Ababa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

See what other customers who have flown with South African,ASKY, andEthiopian Air to Ethiopia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
ASKY
7,6
Good
61 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

FAQs about flying to Addis Ababa

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), located 7,7 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Addis Ababa. 3 airlines have flights to Bole from Johannesburg on a daily basis. Booking flights to Addis Ababa Bole should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 21 flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Addis Ababa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Addis Ababa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Addis Ababa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Addis Ababa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa Bole is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Addis Ababa. One-way flights to Addis Ababa Bole typically cost R3 240, while return flights cost around R4 864.

  • How much is a return flight to Addis Ababa?

    A return flight to Addis Ababa will typically cost around R6 706, however they can be found for as little as R4 864.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Addis Ababa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Addis Ababa, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Addis Ababa Bole have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Addis Ababa Bole can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Addis Ababa Bole?

    Yes. Addis Ababa Bole has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bertukanama Guesthouse is the closest property to Addis Ababa Bole (0,0 km away from Addis Ababa Bole).

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