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Cheap flights from Ethiopia to South Africa from R5 486

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADD — JNB
Aug 28 — Sep 41
1 adult

Cheap 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 23 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 930

One-way from

R5 486

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R8 598

Good round-trip deal

R8 542 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 883 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/9-5/10
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 00m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R4 445 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 867 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 23 August 2025.

Tue 16/915:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/108:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/8R7 930
Thu 18/915:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/98:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/8R8 000
Wed 1/1015:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/108:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/8R8 194
Tue 16/910:20ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 4/101:25JNB - ADD
1 stop6h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/8R8 317
Sun 19/1010:20ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 05mKenya Airways
Fri 24/1017:00JNB - ADD
1 stop15h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/8R8 334
Mon 6/1020:00ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 55mKenya Airways
Mon 13/1012:10JNB - ADD
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/8R8 352
Sat 13/915:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/108:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/8R8 457
Mon 6/1015:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 13/108:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/8R8 545
Tue 16/910:20ADD - CPT
1 stop12h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 20/914:20CPT - ADD
1 stop18h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R11 780
Sun 14/910:20ADD - CPT
2 stops31h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 25/923:30CPT - ADD
1 stop8h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R12 150
Sun 19/1010:20ADD - CPT
2 stops31h 25mKenya Airways
Fri 24/1014:35CPT - ADD
2 stops17h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R12 167
Mon 20/1020:00ADD - CPT
1 stop27h 10mKenya Airways
Fri 31/106:00CPT - ADD
2 stops35h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/8R12 185

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 16/9

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R7 930

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 18/9

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R8 000

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 1/10

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R8 194

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 16/9

10:20-0:25

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

1:25-9:20

1 stop6h 55m

R8 317

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 23/11

10:20-10:55

1 stop25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

12:05-9:30

1 stop20h 25m

R8 334

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 19/10

10:20-0:25

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

1:25-9:20

1 stop6h 55m

R8 334

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 22/11

19:35-0:25

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

1:35-9:30

1 stop6h 55m

R8 334

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 6/10

20:00-15:50

1 stop20h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

17:00-9:20

1 stop15h 20m

R8 334

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 16/9

10:20-22:10

1 stop12h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/9

23:30-9:20

1 stop8h 50m

R11 780

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 15/9

20:00-22:10

1 stop27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/9

14:30-9:20

2 stops17h 50m

R11 780

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Ethiopia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 23 August 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 23 August 2025.

The most flights from ET0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 23 August 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
838 reviews
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Boarding

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Crew

7,5

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Gbadebo,Aug 2025

ATL - ADD

I loved it. I had enough room and I was well fed on economy ticket. I think there should be free wifi for messaging on long flights. I’d get complimentary messaging WiFi on other airlines
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
838 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Crew

7,5

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Gbadebo,Aug 2025

ATL - ADD

I loved it. I had enough room and I was well fed on economy ticket. I think there should be free wifi for messaging on long flights. I’d get complimentary messaging WiFi on other airlines
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
278 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Crew

7,5

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Gbadebo,Aug 2025

ATL - ADD

I loved it. I had enough room and I was well fed on economy ticket. I think there should be free wifi for messaging on long flights. I’d get complimentary messaging WiFi on other airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as R7 930, Ethiopian Air can have you in South Africa from Ethiopia in 5h 35m. The distance from Ethiopia to South Africa is about 4065 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Ethiopia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 23 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 373AverageR8 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 368AverageR12 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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