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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ethiopia from R5 446

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ADD
Jul 10 — Jul 171
1 adult

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 5 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 714

One-way from

R5 446

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R7 748

Good round-trip deal

R8 105 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 572 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/8-25/8
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 00m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 265 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 734 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 July 2025.

Mon 18/88:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 25/815:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/7R8 714
Sun 14/1217:00JNB - ADD
1 stop15h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 23/210:20ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/7R9 452
Sun 14/1214:30JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 15mSouth African
Mon 23/28:45ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 20mSouth African
Deal found 3/7R11 226
Fri 10/1021:45JNB - ADD
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1015:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R12 069
Mon 18/814:35CPT - ADD
2 stops17h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 25/810:20ADD - CPT
2 stops28h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/7R13 387
Sun 17/813:00CPT - ADD
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 23/81:50ADD - CPT
1 stop34h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/7R13 844
Sun 17/813:50CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 24/87:30ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/7R13 949
Mon 8/918:25CPT - ADD
1 stop18h 20mEmirates
Thu 11/916:00ADD - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/7R14 072
Mon 18/85:50CPT - ADD
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/823:30ADD - CPT
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R14 107
Mon 18/86:00CPT - ADD
1 stop13h 45mSouth African
Mon 25/823:30ADD - CPT
1 stop18h 15mSouth African
Deal found 4/7R15 144
Tue 8/78:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mASKY
Sat 12/79:00ADD - JNB
3 stops40h 05mASKY
Deal found 3/7R18 991

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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 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ethiopia that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Ethiopia

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/8

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 25/8

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R8 714

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

17:00-9:30

1 stop15h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 23/2

10:20-0:25

1 stop15h 05m

R9 452

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 23/2

8:45-13:05

Nonstop5h 20m

R11 226

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

21:45-3:10

1 stop28h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 31/10

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R12 069

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/8

14:35-9:20

2 stops17h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 25/8

10:20-13:40

2 stops28h 20m

R13 387

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/8

13:00-0:20

1 stop34h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 23/8

1:50-10:50

1 stop34h 00m

R13 844

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/8

13:50-21:15

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 24/8

7:30-13:00

Nonstop6h 30m

R13 949

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

18:25-13:45

1 stop18h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 11/9

16:00-16:50

1 stop25h 50m

R14 072

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/8

5:50-20:10

2 stops13h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 25/8

23:30-8:15

1 stop9h 45m

R14 107

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/8

6:00-20:45

1 stop13h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 25/8

23:30-16:45

1 stop18h 15m

R15 144

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R309). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia 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 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 July 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 in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 7% 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 Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday 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 July 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to ET0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andQatar 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
South African
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 590 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 889 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
788 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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.

  • 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 R5 446. 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ethiopia (average of R309). Flying from South Africa to Ethiopia 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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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 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 667AverageR11 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 223AverageR11 096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR10 541AverageR13 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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ASKYCheapestR11 729AverageR12 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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