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Cheap flights from Ethiopia to South Africa from R5 242

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADD — JNB
Jun 14 — Jun 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ethiopia to South Africa

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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 15 May 2026.

Thu 18/620:00
ADD
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JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 22/61:15
JNB
-
ADD
1 stop16h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 165
Wed 10/610:20
ADD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 23/61:15
JNB
-
ADD
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/5R7 362
Sat 16/510:20
ADD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Kenya Airways
Fri 22/517:00
JNB
-
ADD
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/5R7 477
Mon 15/610:20
ADD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Kenya Airways
Fri 19/617:00
JNB
-
ADD
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/5R7 543
Mon 18/58:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Tue 19/522:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Deal found 14/5R7 904
Tue 23/623:30
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 25m
South African
Tue 30/622:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Deal found 11/5R7 937
Sat 24/108:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Sat 7/1114:30
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 15m
South African
Deal found 13/5R7 954
Wed 10/68:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Wed 24/614:30
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 15m
South African
Deal found 14/5R7 970
Mon 8/623:30
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 25m
South African
Wed 10/614:30
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 15m
South African
Deal found 11/5R8 069
Sat 16/58:45
ADD
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 20m
South African
Fri 22/522:50
JNB
-
ADD
Nonstop5h 35m
South African
Deal found 13/5R8 102
Thu 4/620:00
ADD
-
CPT
2 stops18h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 24/614:25
CPT
-
ADD
2 stops27h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/5R12 177
Sun 17/58:45
ADD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 50m
South African
Sun 24/57:00
CPT
-
ADD
1 stop12h 45m
South African
Deal found 13/5R12 210

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 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 165

One-way from

R5 242

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R8 430

Good round-trip deal

R8 505 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 358 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 18/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
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South African
  • South African
  • 10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 25m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 440 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 713 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 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 15 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 10/8

8:45-18:55

1 stop11h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

17:25-5:25

1 stop11h 00m

R12 226

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 14/6

8:45-21:15

1 stop13h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

18:10-5:25

1 stop10h 15m

R12 276

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 22/6

1:50-4:00

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

R12 325

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 11/6

3:35-10:55

2 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-0:20

1 stop34h 40m

R12 752

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 10/8

10:20-13:35

2 stops28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

20:25-9:30

2 stops12h 05m

R13 508

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 15/6

10:20-8:00

3 stops46h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:10-9:30

1 stop20h 20m

R13 525

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 12/6

5:10-0:15

2 stops44h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

1:15-1:50

2 stops47h 35m

R14 281

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 7/6

0:25-12:35

3 stops13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R14 675

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 23/10

0:25-12:35

3 stops13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R14 839
Fastest return journey

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 31/5

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R15 168

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa (average of R4 552). Flying from Ethiopia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 987). 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 15 May 2026.

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 15 May 2026.

The most flights from ET0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (27 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 42% of weekly flights between Ethiopia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 42% 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 15 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with South African and Ethiopian Air 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.
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Food

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

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Food

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
999 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Food

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 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 R12 226, South African can have you in South Africa from Ethiopia in 11h 10m. 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 714), Ethiopian Air (R5 123), and ASKY (R8 253).

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa (average of R4 552). Flying from Ethiopia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 987). 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 15 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR7 281AverageR8 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 853AverageR11 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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