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Cheap flights from Ethiopia to South Africa from R5 725

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADD — JNB
May 1 — May 81
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 26 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 842

One-way from

R5 725

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 799

Good round-trip deal

R9 294 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 140 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/6-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 00m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Ethiopia to South Africa
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 880 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Ethiopia to South Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight 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 26 April 2025.

Sun 27/415:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/58:20JNB - ADD
Nonstop5h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R8 485
Mon 2/610:20ADD - JNB
1 stop14h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 8/61:15JNB - ADD
1 stop7h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/4R8 842
Fri 23/510:20ADD - CPT
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
Mon 26/514:35CPT - ADD
2 stops17h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R11 751
Thu 1/515:35ADD - JNB
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/521:45JNB - ADD
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R12 014
Sat 24/510:20ADD - CPT
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/511:45CPT - ADD
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R12 164
Tue 20/50:45ADD - JNB
1 stop34h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/617:50JNB - ADD
1 stop28h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 004
Fri 23/50:45ADD - CPT
1 stop36h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 31/516:35CPT - ADD
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 004
Fri 23/58:15ADD - CPT
Nonstop6h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/514:35CPT - ADD
Nonstop6h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R14 942
Thu 1/523:30ADD - CPT
1 stop11h 55mSouth African
Sun 11/57:25CPT - ADD
1 stop12h 20mSouth African
Deal found 26/4R18 622
Wed 21/523:05ADD - JNB
1 stop16h 15mRwandAir
Thu 5/616:50JNB - ADD
1 stop12h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 26/4R18 753
Sun 6/78:45ADD - JNB
2 stops16h 55mASKY
Fri 11/74:00JNB - ADD
3 stops40h 00mASKY
Deal found 25/4R22 920
Sat 26/41:50ADD - JNB
1 stop15h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 3/518:10JNB - ADD
2 stops53h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R24 929

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

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Ethiopia

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 2/6

10:20-0:15

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

1:15-9:20

1 stop7h 05m

R8 842

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 21/5

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

8:20-14:45

Nonstop5h 25m

R9 198

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 23/5

10:20-13:00

1 stop27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

14:35-9:20

2 stops17h 45m

R11 751

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 24/5

10:20-8:15

2 stops22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

11:45-9:20

2 stops20h 35m

R12 164

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/6

15:35-20:10

Nonstop5h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

21:45-3:10

1 stop28h 25m

R12 596

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 20/5

0:45-10:35

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

17:50-23:45

1 stop28h 55m

R14 004

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 23/5

0:45-11:50

1 stop36h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

16:35-23:45

1 stop30h 10m

R14 004

Addis AbabaCape Town

ADD - CPT

ADDCPT

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 23/5

8:15-13:45

Nonstop6h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

14:35-22:00

Nonstop6h 25m

R14 942

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 21/5

23:05-14:20

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

16:50-6:15

1 stop12h 25m

R18 753

Addis AbabaJohannesburg

ADD - JNB

ADDJNB

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 6/7

8:45-0:40

2 stops16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

4:00-21:00

3 stops40h 00m

R22 920

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Ethiopia to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Ethiopia with our price prediction graph.
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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 26 April 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 26 April 2025.

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

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 26 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Austrian Airlines, ASKY and Qatar Airways from Ethiopia to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

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.

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

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.

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

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.

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

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.

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

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.

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

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.

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.
  • 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 Ethiopian Air (R5 725), Kenya Airways (R6 758), and Turkish Airlines (R9 780).

  • 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 26 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 781AverageR8 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 946AverageR13 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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