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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ethiopia from R4 722

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ADD
Dez 31 — Jan 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 Dezember 2025.

Mi 17/128:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Do 18/1215:45ADD - JNB
3 stops20h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/11R12 250
Sa 27/1213:50CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Sa 3/110:00ADD - CPT
2 stops33h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/11R14 012
Fr 12/1214:35CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Sa 13/129:05ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R14 833
So 28/1220:25CPT - ADD
2 stops12h 05mMultiple Airlines
So 4/110:20ADD - CPT
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R15 141
Sa 27/1215:25CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sa 3/123:30ADD - CPT
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/11R15 603
So 28/1213:50CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
So 4/19:50ADD - CPT
3 stops47h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R15 963
So 28/1212:35CPT - ADD
1 stop34h 40mQatar Airways
Sa 3/11:45ADD - CPT
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/11R16 579
Mi 17/125:30JNB - ADD
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mi 17/120:15ADD - JNB
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/11R18 615
Fr 12/1218:10CPT - ADD
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sa 13/129:05ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R18 837
Di 16/123:10JNB - ADD
1 stop10h 10mRwandAir
Do 18/1215:15ADD - JNB
1 stop12h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 29/11R20 411

Cheap 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 1 Dezember 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 058

One-way from

R4 722

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R8 572

Good round-trip deal

R8 095 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 922 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/1-22/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 15m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R15 098 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 610 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 1 Dezember 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ethiopia that are best for you.

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Ethiopia

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JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 13/1

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Di 20/1

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R8 486

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 15/1

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Do 22/1

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R8 486

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 18/1

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Di 27/1

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R8 520

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 12/1

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mo 19/1

22:45-11:35

3 stops13h 50m

R8 537

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 15/1

12:05-18:45

1 stop29h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Do 22/1

20:00-15:50

1 stop20h 50m

R9 034

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 7/2

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fr 13/2

0:15-12:35

3 stops13h 20m

R9 256

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 15/2

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sa 28/2

15:05-12:35

3 stops22h 30m

R9 341

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 24/1

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fr 30/1

0:15-12:35

3 stops13h 20m

R9 341

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Do 15/1

14:25-18:45

2 stops27h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Do 22/1

20:00-13:35

2 stops18h 35m

R10 608

DurbanAddis Ababa

DUR - ADD

DURADD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mo 26/1

20:20-5:35

1 stop8h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Do 29/1

8:45-22:30

1 stop14h 45m

R11 480

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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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R5 372). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R7 750). 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 1 Dezember 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Ethiopia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Ethiopia flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 1 Dezember 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to ET0 are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Ethiopia delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between South Africa and Ethiopia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 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 18% 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 1 Dezember 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with South African, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways 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
7,4
Good
47 reviews
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Entertainment

6,2

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,8

Comfort

6,9

Food

7,1

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
7,4
Good
47 reviews
South African
7,4
Good
47 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,2

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,8

Comfort

6,9

Food

7,1

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
903 reviews
South African
7,4
Good
47 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,2

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,8

Comfort

6,9

Food

7,1

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
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
South African
7,4
Good
47 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,2

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,8

Comfort

6,9

Food

7,1

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

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, Kenya Airways, and South African can get you from South Africa to Ethiopia in just under 5h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 15m. 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 722. However, be on the lookout for offers from Egyptair and Kenya Airways, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R5 372). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R7 750). 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 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Ethiopia

Discover the top 3 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 1 Dezember 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 580AverageR11 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 130AverageR12 290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 730AverageR11 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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