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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa from R5 625

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ADD
Aug 23 — Aug 301
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Addis Ababa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Addis Ababa (ADD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 656

One-way from

R5 625

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 642

Good round-trip deal

R9 702 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 550 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/10-3/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Addis Ababa
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Addis Ababa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 719 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 637 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Addis Ababa Bole.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Addis Ababa Bole.
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2025.

Tue 28/107:20CPT - ADD
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 3/1110:20ADD - CPT
2 stops28h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/8R12 656
Sun 31/820:55CPT - ADD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/915:35ADD - CPT
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8R12 726
Thu 2/1013:50CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/1010:00ADD - CPT
2 stops23h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R13 394
Tue 28/1019:15CPT - ADD
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1115:35ADD - CPT
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8R13 482
Thu 2/1023:30CPT - ADD
1 stop8h 50mKenya Airways
Thu 9/1020:00ADD - CPT
2 stops21h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/8R13 552
Wed 1/1019:50CPT - ADD
1 stop32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1015:35ADD - CPT
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8R13 816
Tue 28/1015:25CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/118:15ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R13 939
Sun 31/815:25CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/99:05ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/8R13 974
Sun 17/820:25CPT - ADD
1 stop23h 20mSouth African
Thu 21/823:30ADD - CPT
1 stop21h 15mSouth African
Deal found 17/8R14 044

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Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

7:20-18:45

1 stop10h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 3/11

10:20-13:35

2 stops28h 15m

R12 656

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/8

20:55-14:45

1 stop16h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 7/9

15:35-8:15

1 stop17h 40m

R12 726

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/10

13:50-21:15

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 9/10

10:00-8:20

2 stops23h 20m

R13 394

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

19:15-14:45

1 stop18h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 3/11

15:35-8:15

1 stop17h 40m

R13 482

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/10

23:30-9:20

1 stop8h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 9/10

20:00-16:45

2 stops21h 45m

R13 552

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/10

19:50-5:25

1 stop32h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 8/10

15:35-22:35

1 stop32h 00m

R13 816

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

15:25-22:50

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 3/11

8:15-13:45

Nonstop6h 30m

R13 939

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/8

15:25-22:50

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 7/9

9:05-14:35

Nonstop6h 30m

R13 974

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/10

14:35-22:00

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 8/10

8:15-13:45

Nonstop6h 30m

R14 501

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/8

5:50-14:45

1 stop31h 55m

R5 625

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa (average of R309). Flying from Cape Town to Addis Ababa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R424). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to ADD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Addis Ababa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Addis Ababa flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Addis Ababa

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 August 2025.

The most flights from CPT to ADD are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Johannesburg (JNB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 85% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Addis Ababa on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Nairobi (NBO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R11 976.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 23m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 28m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Addis Ababa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Addis Ababa. Reviews last updated 18 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with South African, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Cape Town to Addis Ababa 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
7,6
Good
43 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

7,0

Crew

8,0

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,6

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
7,6
Good
43 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
43 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

7,0

Crew

8,0

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,6

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
835 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
43 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

7,0

Crew

8,0

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,6

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.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
276 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
43 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

7,0

Crew

8,0

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,6

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    You will need to book a flight from Cape Town Intl to Addis Ababa Bole if you want to fly from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Bole (ADD) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to Addis Ababa from the Cape Town airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CPT to ADD to be around 6h 25m.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Addis Ababa flight route?

    The Cape Town Intl to Addis Ababa Bole flight path was viewed by 34 348 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa can take about 6h 25m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 394. There are 5227 km between Cape Town and Addis Ababa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Addis Ababa round-trip?

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Addis Ababa, with prices starting at R11 024. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and South African, with the lowest prices starting at R13 102 and R14 502, respectively. Kenya Airways is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cape Town to Addis Ababa on time: Asiana Airlines (59%), Malaysia Airlines (59%), Aegean Airlines (52%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa is generally R22 861, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 648. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Addis Ababa Bole), you can expect to pay R12 585 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Addis Ababa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Addis Ababa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Addis Ababa (average of R309). Flying from Cape Town to Addis Ababa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R424). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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