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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ethiopia from R4 498

JNB — ADD
Oct 22 — Oct 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Ethiopia

Mon 30/1112:30 -
3 stops24h 50m
Mon 14/1215:35 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 21/9R8 688
Mon 28/1212:30 -
3 stops15h 15m
Mon 4/19:10 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 17/9R9 013
Thu 5/1112:30 -
3 stops28h 40m
Thu 12/119:10 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 21/9R9 094
Mon 2/1112:30 -
3 stops15h 15m
Mon 9/1115:35 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 19/9R9 127
Sat 3/101:15 -
1 stop7h 15m
Sun 18/1010:20 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 17/9R9 468
Fri 30/101:35 -
1 stop6h 55m
Sat 7/1110:20 -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 17/9R9 484
Sun 4/1012:30 -
3 stops28h 35m
Sun 18/1023:30 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Deal found 17/9R9 500
Fri 18/98:20 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Thu 24/911:10 -
3 stops49h 25m
Deal found 17/9R9 825
Sun 27/95:00 -
1 stop13h 55m
Tue 6/1015:35 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 21/9R9 841
Mon 30/112:00 -
1 stop26h 05m
Tue 15/1223:30 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Deal found 18/9R10 134
Mon 28/98:20 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Mon 5/1015:40 -
2 stops28h 35m
Deal found 21/9R10 199
Tue 6/1019:10 -
2 stops28h 10m
Mon 12/101:50 -
2 stops16h 50m
Deal found 19/9R10 735

Find flight deals from South Africa to Ethiopia

Round-trip from

R8 688

One-way from

R4 498

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R8 900

Good round-trip deal

R7 258 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 434 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 30/11-14/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 8/10-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 25m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 612

DurbanAddis Ababa

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

DURADD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 26/9

6:00-14:45

1 stop7h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 904

DurbanAddis Ababa

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

DURADD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 8/10

6:00-14:45

1 stop7h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 921

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT Cape Town Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/3

18:25-5:35

1 stop10h 10m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 587

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT Cape Town Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/3

6:05-20:45

1 stop13h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 700

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/3

6:55-19:45

1 stop11h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 366

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

18:50-12:40

1 stop16h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 698

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

5:00-21:25

2 stops15h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 974

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT Cape Town Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/3

13:50-21:15

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 006

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT Cape Town Intl - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

14:25-18:45

2 stops27h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 770

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ethiopia from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Ethiopia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R8 120). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 760). 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 ZA to ET?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Ethiopia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Ethiopia

The most flights from ZA0 to ET0 are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Ethiopia delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between South Africa and Ethiopia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

Over the past year, Ethiopian Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Ethiopia is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Ethiopia?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Ethiopia flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ethiopia

See what other customers who have flown with South African,ASKY, andEthiopian Air from South Africa 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

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,1

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

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,1

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

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,1

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
1 042 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,1

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
6,7
Okay
327 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,1

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Ethiopia?

    Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Ethiopia in just under 7h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 27h 25m. South Africa and Ethiopia are separated by a distance of 4065 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Ethiopia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 397. However, be on the lookout for offers from South African and ASKY, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Ethiopia for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Ethiopia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Ethiopia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Ethiopia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Ethiopia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Ethiopia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Ethiopia 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 South Africa to Ethiopia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R8 120). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 760). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Ethiopia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 206AverageR12 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR8 592AverageR11 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 426AverageR11 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR10 795AverageR10 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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