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Cheap flights from Ethiopia to South Africa from R5 153

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADD — JNB
Jan 29 — Feb 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ethiopia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ethiopia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 December 2025.

Sun 28/1223:30ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 25mSouth African
Thu 1/114:30JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 15mSouth African
Deal found 28/12R9 122
Sun 28/1223:30ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/117:00JNB - ADD
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R14 825
Sun 28/1223:05ADD - JNB
1 stop16h 15mRwandAir
Wed 31/123:10JNB - ADD
1 stop10h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 28/12R18 110
Sun 28/1223:35ADD - JNB
3 stops13h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/114:30JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/12R20 278

Find flight deals from Ethiopia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ethiopia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 171

One-way from

R5 153

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 805

Good round-trip deal

R14 189 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 918 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 29/1-5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 31/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 00m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R6 689 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 532 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 Ethiopia to South Africa 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 30 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ethiopia to South Africa that are best for you.

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Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 6/2

19:35-10:55

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

17:00-9:30

1 stop15h 30m

R8 171

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 29/1

20:00-0:25

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

17:00-18:45

1 stop24h 45m

R8 171

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 1/5

10:20-0:15

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

12:10-9:20

1 stop20h 10m

R8 171

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 11/2

10:20-10:55

1 stop25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

17:00-19:00

1 stop25h 00m

R8 171

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 4/2

10:20-10:55

1 stop25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

1:35-18:45

1 stop16h 10m

R8 188

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 1/5

8:45-13:05

Nonstop5h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

R8 304

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 11/2

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

R8 354

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 29/1

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

R8 438

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 29/1

20:00-0:25

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

12:05-9:30

1 stop20h 25m

R8 505

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 31/1

11:05-15:50

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

1:35-9:30

1 stop6h 55m

R8 905

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Best time to book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa (average of R7 187). Flying from Ethiopia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 271). 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 ET to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Ethiopia to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Ethiopia to South Africa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Ethiopia to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Ethiopia to South Africa. 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 30 December 2025.

The most flights from ET0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

How often are flights from Ethiopia to South Africa delayed?

About 37% of weekly flights between Ethiopia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the past year, Ethiopian Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 37% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 30 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Ethiopia to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
923 reviews
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Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

puguh,Nov 2025

JUB - ADD

Very bad service and cleaness. By the end of flight i missed my baggage
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
923 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
923 reviews
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Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

puguh,Nov 2025

JUB - ADD

Very bad service and cleaness. By the end of flight i missed my baggage
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
923 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

puguh,Nov 2025

JUB - ADD

Very bad service and cleaness. By the end of flight i missed my baggage

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ethiopia to South Africa. 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 Ethiopia to South Africa?

    For as low as R10 656, Kenya Airways can have you in South Africa from Ethiopia in 14h 55m. The distance from Ethiopia to South Africa is about 5227 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Ethiopia to South Africa are South African (R4 783), Ethiopian Air (R5 321), and Kenya Airways (R5 508).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa (average of R7 187). Flying from Ethiopia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 271). 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 2 airlines flying from Ethiopia to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ethiopia to South Africa. 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 30 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 761AverageR8 013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 936AverageR11 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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