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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ethiopia from R5 877

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ADD
Jun 4 — Jun 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Ethiopia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Ethiopia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 May 2026.

Sat 30/522:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/60:25
ADD
-
JNB
3 stops13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R8 448
Thu 18/612:30
JNB
-
ADD
3 stops15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 25/623:30
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R8 849
Mon 18/514:30
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 15m
South African
Tue 18/88:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Deal found 1/5R9 016
Tue 16/614:30
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 15m
South African
Tue 23/623:30
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 25m
South African
Deal found 2/5R9 032
Wed 17/614:30
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 15m
South African
Wed 24/68:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Deal found 3/5R9 066
Fri 21/822:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Fri 28/88:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Deal found 1/5R9 082
Mon 7/922:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Sat 12/98:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Deal found 4/5R9 116
Wed 3/617:40
JNB
-
ADD
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 10/69:05
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/5R9 133
Thu 18/622:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Thu 25/623:30
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 25m
South African
Deal found 4/5R9 166
Sat 30/522:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Sat 6/68:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Deal found 3/5R9 183
Sat 22/822:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Sat 29/823:30
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 25m
South African
Deal found 2/5R9 199
Wed 6/522:50
JNB
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ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Sat 9/58:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Deal found 3/5R9 216

Find flight deals from South Africa to Ethiopia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Ethiopia flight deals. Data was last updated 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 448

One-way from

R5 877

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 348

Good round-trip deal

R8 809 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 092 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 30/5-5/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 18h 45m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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South African
  • South African
  • 16/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R1 859 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 346 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Ethiopia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2026.
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Price

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Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

22:50-5:25

Nonstop5h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 5/6

0:25-12:35

3 stops13h 10m

R8 448

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 13/7

22:45-11:35

3 stops13h 50m

R10 201

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

12:30-14:20

3 stops24h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 12/9

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R10 351

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 11/10

8:20-12:35

3 stops29h 15m

R10 552

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

13:25-14:55

3 stops24h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 11/6

9:05-13:25

Nonstop5h 20m

R10 568

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

12:30-21:25

2 stops31h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 17/11

8:45-13:05

Nonstop5h 20m

R10 936

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 30/8

15:40-11:35

3 stops20h 55m

R11 136

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

19:15-5:25

1 stop9h 10m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 19/9

8:45-18:40

1 stop10h 55m

R12 923

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

6:00-20:45

1 stop13h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 22/6

23:30-11:10

1 stop12h 40m

R13 540

DurbanAddis Ababa

DUR - ADD

DURADD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 31/8

18:40-5:25

1 stop9h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 3/9

22:15-8:40

2 stops35h 25m

R13 908

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

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 89 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 month to book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R2 304). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 580). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Ethiopia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 May 2026.

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 24% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Ethiopia. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Ethiopia flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Ethiopia

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Ethiopia. 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 5 May 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to ET0 are scheduled on a Friday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Ethiopia delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between South Africa and Ethiopia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 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?

Wednesday 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 23% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ethiopia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ethiopia. 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 Ethiopia. Reviews last updated 5 May 2026.
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
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
7,5
Good
67 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
1 000 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
305 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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 South Africa to Ethiopia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Ethiopian Air, South African, and Kenya Airways can get you from South Africa to Ethiopia in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 35m. 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 604. 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R2 304). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 580). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Ethiopia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 717AverageR11 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR7 928AverageR12 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 719AverageR11 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR11 041AverageR11 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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