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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ethiopia from R6 080

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ADD
Mar 28 — Apr 41
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 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 245

One-way from

R6 080

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R7 318

Good round-trip deal

R7 347 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 833 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/6-1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 25m total
  • South Africa to Ethiopia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R14 392 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 482 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 March 2025.

Mon 16/614:30JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/710:00ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/3R7 245
Sun 15/61:15JNB - ADD
1 stop7h 05mKenya Airways
Tue 1/710:20ADD - JNB
1 stop25h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/3R10 357
Mon 21/422:50JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 35mSouth African
Mon 28/423:30ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 25mSouth African
Deal found 22/3R11 777
Wed 2/78:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mASKY
Tue 22/715:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mASKY
Deal found 22/3R12 069
Sun 23/321:45JNB - ADD
1 stop28h 20mEgyptair
Sat 29/34:05ADD - JNB
1 stop28h 05mEgyptair
Deal found 22/3R12 287
Thu 27/314:25CPT - ADD
2 stops27h 35mKenya Airways
Sun 6/410:20ADD - CPT
2 stops28h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/3R12 287
Sun 23/34:00JNB - ADD
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/38:35ADD - JNB
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R13 507
Thu 27/319:50CPT - ADD
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/423:30ADD - CPT
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R14 435
Thu 27/310:00CPT - ADD
1 stop9h 50mSouth African
Sun 6/423:30ADD - CPT
1 stop10h 55mSouth African
Deal found 22/3R15 873
Thu 27/313:50CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 6/49:05ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/3R18 840
Mon 16/617:40JNB - ADD
2 stops53h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 30/61:50ADD - JNB
3 stops55h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R21 643
Thu 27/318:10CPT - ADD
2 stops52h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 5/41:50ADD - CPT
2 stops19h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R31 200

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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 23 March 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 16/6

14:30-20:45

Nonstop5h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 1/7

10:00-0:50

1 stop15h 50m

R7 245

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

1:15-9:20

1 stop7h 05m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 1/7

10:20-10:55

1 stop25h 35m

R10 357

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/4

22:50-5:25

Nonstop5h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 28/4

23:30-3:55

Nonstop5h 25m

R11 777

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 069

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

14:25-19:00

2 stops27h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 6/4

10:20-13:45

2 stops28h 25m

R12 287

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/4

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 27/4

3:30-15:50

1 stop13h 20m

R14 435

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

19:50-19:55

2 stops23h 05m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 6/4

23:30-8:15

1 stop9h 45m

R14 435

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

10:00-20:50

1 stop9h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 6/4

23:30-9:25

1 stop10h 55m

R15 873

Cape TownAddis Ababa

CPT - ADD

CPTADD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

13:50-21:15

Nonstop6h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 6/4

9:05-14:35

Nonstop6h 30m

R18 840

JohannesburgAddis Ababa

JNB - ADD

JNBADD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

17:40-0:10

2 stops53h 30m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 30/6

1:50-8:10

3 stops55h 20m

R21 643

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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 23 March 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 23 March 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to ET0 are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Ethiopia by month

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

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

Temperature in Ethiopia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ethiopia, 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 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 23 March 2025.
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 1
1,9
Poor

Anonymous,Aug 2021

ACC - LFW

Stay away from flights going through Lome if that is not your final destination. The agents at the Accra airport are also thieves. They held onto my boarding pass for my upgraded ticket which I paid an extra $800; untill I paid $260. for excess baggage, when I was entitled to 3 free because of my upgraded ticket. I could have kept my economy seat and paid only $260, instead I paid $1060!. The agent held onto my boarding pass untill I had paid and had only 20 minutes to clear TSA. Pleasw do not fly Ethiopian Air via Lome to Ghana!!!!. You will regret this very e expensive experience.
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 1
1,9
Poor

Anonymous,Aug 2021

ACC - LFW

Stay away from flights going through Lome if that is not your final destination. The agents at the Accra airport are also thieves. They held onto my boarding pass for my upgraded ticket which I paid an extra $800; untill I paid $260. for excess baggage, when I was entitled to 3 free because of my upgraded ticket. I could have kept my economy seat and paid only $260, instead I paid $1060!. The agent held onto my boarding pass untill I had paid and had only 20 minutes to clear TSA. Pleasw do not fly Ethiopian Air via Lome to Ghana!!!!. You will regret this very e expensive experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 1
1,9
Poor

Anonymous,Aug 2021

ACC - LFW

Stay away from flights going through Lome if that is not your final destination. The agents at the Accra airport are also thieves. They held onto my boarding pass for my upgraded ticket which I paid an extra $800; untill I paid $260. for excess baggage, when I was entitled to 3 free because of my upgraded ticket. I could have kept my economy seat and paid only $260, instead I paid $1060!. The agent held onto my boarding pass untill I had paid and had only 20 minutes to clear TSA. Pleasw do not fly Ethiopian Air via Lome to Ghana!!!!. You will regret this very e expensive experience.
SAUDIA
7,4
Good
604 reviews
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 1
1,9
Poor

Anonymous,Aug 2021

ACC - LFW

Stay away from flights going through Lome if that is not your final destination. The agents at the Accra airport are also thieves. They held onto my boarding pass for my upgraded ticket which I paid an extra $800; untill I paid $260. for excess baggage, when I was entitled to 3 free because of my upgraded ticket. I could have kept my economy seat and paid only $260, instead I paid $1060!. The agent held onto my boarding pass untill I had paid and had only 20 minutes to clear TSA. Pleasw do not fly Ethiopian Air via Lome to Ghana!!!!. You will regret this very e expensive experience.
South African
7,3
Good
30 reviews
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 1
1,9
Poor

Anonymous,Aug 2021

ACC - LFW

Stay away from flights going through Lome if that is not your final destination. The agents at the Accra airport are also thieves. They held onto my boarding pass for my upgraded ticket which I paid an extra $800; untill I paid $260. for excess baggage, when I was entitled to 3 free because of my upgraded ticket. I could have kept my economy seat and paid only $260, instead I paid $1060!. The agent held onto my boarding pass untill I had paid and had only 20 minutes to clear TSA. Pleasw do not fly Ethiopian Air via Lome to Ghana!!!!. You will regret this very e expensive experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
766 reviews
ASKY
7,5
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 1
1,9
Poor

Anonymous,Aug 2021

ACC - LFW

Stay away from flights going through Lome if that is not your final destination. The agents at the Accra airport are also thieves. They held onto my boarding pass for my upgraded ticket which I paid an extra $800; untill I paid $260. for excess baggage, when I was entitled to 3 free because of my upgraded ticket. I could have kept my economy seat and paid only $260, instead I paid $1060!. The agent held onto my boarding pass untill I had paid and had only 20 minutes to clear TSA. Pleasw do not fly Ethiopian Air via Lome to Ghana!!!!. You will regret this very e expensive experience.

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 R6 080. 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.

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  • 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 23 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 691AverageR11 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR10 921AverageR14 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 037AverageR12 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR11 758AverageR12 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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