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R4 397+ Cheap flights to Ethiopia

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Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Flights to Ethiopia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Ethiopia

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

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Return from

R8 663

One-way from

R4 397

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
  • 25/9-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Ethiopia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R263 potential increase over avg. return price).
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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

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

Sat 19/9

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 7/10

10:00-1:00

1 stop16h 00m

R10 080

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 26/9

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 2/10

10:00-1:00

1 stop16h 00m

R10 569

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

2:00-19:55

1 stop16h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 6/10

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

R10 617

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

2:00-7:40

1 stop28h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 31/10

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R11 090

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 3/11

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R11 611

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

22:50-5:25

Nonstop5h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 4/10

11:10-11:35

3 stops49h 25m

R11 806

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 31/10

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

R12 702

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Best time to book a flight to Ethiopia

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Ethiopia

How long is the flight to Ethiopia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Ethiopia takes 5 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia

The most flights from Johannesburg to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?

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

Rainfall in Ethiopia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Ethiopia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ethiopia, 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 Ethiopia?

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Ethiopia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Ethiopia?

The most popular places in Ethiopia to fly to are Addis Ababa, Lalībela, Mekele and Jijiga.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ethiopia

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
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,5

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

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,5

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

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,5

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

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,5

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 Ethiopia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Ethiopia?

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

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Ethiopia?

    Addis Ababa Bole is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Ethiopia. One-way flights to Addis Ababa Bole typically cost R3 240, while return flights cost around R3 209.

  • How much is a return flight to Ethiopia?

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

  • Where does the fastest flight to Ethiopia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Ethiopia, 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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