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Cheapest return flight
R8 801
Typical prices: R8 231-R10 503
Ethiopian Air
Thu 8/2Fri 9/2
JNB - ADD • 3 stops
Cheapest direct flights
R10 564
Typical prices: R8 624-R10 893
Ethiopian Air
Thu 1/3Mon 12/3
JNB - ADD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air. Average duration is 5h 25m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa (JNB-ADD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Addis Ababa

Mon, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:30 - 20:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
31h 20m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Lilongwe Intl Entebbe
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 3:55ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
5h 25mdirect
R8 801Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 20:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
5h 15mdirect
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:30 - 19:15ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m2 stops Entebbe Lilongwe Intl
R8 801Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:30 - 20:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
31h 20m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Lilongwe Intl Entebbe
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 3:55ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
5h 25mdirect
R8 867Ethiopian Air
Sat, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 2
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 9:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
20h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
10:20 - 10:55ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 740Kenya Airways
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 9:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
15h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
10:20 - 10:55ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 822Kenya Airways
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 10
Kenya Airways Logo
1:35 - 9:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
6h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
10:20 - 0:25ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 531Kenya Airways
Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 10
ASKY Logo
22:50 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
5h 35mdirect
ASKY Logo
23:30 - 3:55ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
5h 25mdirect
R12 921ASKY
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
ASKY Logo
22:50 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
5h 35mdirect
ASKY Logo
15:35 - 20:10ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
5h 35mdirect
R13 036ASKY
Sat, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 31
ASKY Logo
14:30 - 20:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
5h 15mdirect
ASKY Logo
8:45 - 0:05ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 20m2 stops Lome Kinshasa N'djili
R14 816ASKY
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 11
South African Logo
23:00 - 5:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ADD Addis Ababa Bole
5h 35mdirect
South African Logo
23:30 - 3:55ADD  Addis Ababa Bole-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
5h 25mdirect
R22 463South African
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa typically range from R8 231 to R10 503. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R8 801 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa. It's 2% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa at R8 191 return.
•October (R11 701) and September (R9 707) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R6 526
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Addis Ababa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:20 and lands at 13:45
    • Latest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 4:25.

    The flight takes about 5h 25m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa takes 5h 25m, covering 6 542 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa range from R8 231 to R10 503, with an average of R9 181 over the past 12 months. Anything below R8 231 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R9 181 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average R9 470 return, compared with R9 946 via a stopover through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Ethiopian Air is the only airline operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by FlySafair and ASKY. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R8 801 to R38 851. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 436, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa pass through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R9 015 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R9 345, a difference of R330.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa?

    Only Ethiopian Air operates flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Addis Ababa.

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Addis Ababa?

    Addis Ababa is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • ASKY: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average R9 015, which is about R330 less than Tuesday fares (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa trip for January. Fares historically average R8 191 return in that month – typically R3 510 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Addis Ababa Bole Airport.

    • Harmony Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Addis Ababa Bole?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa Bole Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Thursday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Saturday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Sunday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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Direct returns

Addis Ababa Bole to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Thursday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Saturday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Sunday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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