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R5 894+ Cheap flights to Addis Ababa

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Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Flights to Addis Ababa in 2025

Find the latest flights to Addis Ababa in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

R7 385

One-way from

R5 894

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R7 313
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Addis Ababa
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31/5
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Addis Ababa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R14 368 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 477 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Addis Ababa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 7/514:30JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 14/521:35ADD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R7 385
Tue 1/71:15JNB - ADD
1 stop23h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 22/710:20ADD - JNB
1 stop14h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/3R10 933
Wed 7/522:50JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 35mSouth African
Wed 14/58:45ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 20mSouth African
Deal found 23/3R11 642
Wed 2/78:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mASKY
Tue 22/715:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mASKY
Deal found 24/3R12 060
Wed 7/515:55JNB - ADD
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/50:25ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R12 424
Wed 7/519:00JNB - ADD
2 stops33h 25mAustrian Airlines
Tue 13/50:35ADD - JNB
2 stops33h 00mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 23/3R199 080

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Locate flights to Addis Ababa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 14/5

21:35-0:50

1 stop28h 15m

R7 385

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

1:15-1:55

1 stop23h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 22/7

10:20-0:15

1 stop14h 55m

R10 933

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

22:50-5:25

Nonstop5h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 14/5

8:45-13:05

Nonstop5h 20m

R11 642

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/7

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 22/7

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

R12 060

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

15:55-6:50

1 stop13h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 13/5

0:25-14:55

1 stop15h 30m

R12 424

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

19:00-5:25

2 stops33h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 13/5

0:35-8:35

2 stops33h 00m

R199 080

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

7:10-20:15

1 stop12h 05m

R5 894

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R6 258

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

21:45-3:10

1 stop28h 25m

R6 840

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

1:15-9:20

1 stop7h 05m

R8 004

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Best time to book a flight to Addis Ababa

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Addis Ababa

When is the best time to book a flight to Addis Ababa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Addis Ababa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Addis Ababa?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa takes 5 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Addis Ababa from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Addis Ababa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Addis Ababa should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Addis Ababa

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Addis Ababa?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are Ethiopian Air, South African and ASKY.

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From R321

South African

South African

From R600

ASKY

ASKY

From R646

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are Ethiopian Air, South African and ASKY.

Rainfall in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Addis Ababa ranges from 10.0 - 280.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Addis Ababa when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Addis Ababa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Addis Ababa. 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 Addis Ababa. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,8

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,8

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,8

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
SAUDIA
7,4
Good
605 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,8

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
South African
7,3
Good
30 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,8

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
766 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,8

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.

FAQs about flying to Addis Ababa

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), located 7,7 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Addis Ababa. 3 airlines have flights to Bole from Johannesburg on a daily basis. Booking flights to Addis Ababa Bole should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 19 flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Addis Ababa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Addis Ababa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Addis Ababa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Addis Ababa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa Bole is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Addis Ababa. One-way flights to Addis Ababa Bole typically cost R3 346, while return flights cost around R3 143.

  • How much is a return flight to Addis Ababa?

    A return flight to Addis Ababa will typically cost around R359, however they can be found for as little as R173.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Addis Ababa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Addis Ababa, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does Addis Ababa Bole have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Addis Ababa Bole can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Addis Ababa Bole?

    Yes. Addis Ababa Bole has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bertukanama Guesthouse is the closest property to Addis Ababa Bole (0,0 km away from Addis Ababa Bole).

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