Question 1

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Ethiopia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 2

How long is the flight from South Africa to Ethiopia?

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Flight times from South Africa to Ethiopia vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Addis Ababa (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 5h 25m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Ethiopia is flying from Cape Town to Addis Ababa, which will take roughly 6h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 3

What is the cheapest South Africa to Ethiopia flight route?

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Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Addis Ababa Bole for the best South Africa - Ethiopia flight prices

Question 4

How many flights depart from South Africa to Ethiopia on average per week?

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As of January 2026, there are 288 flights per week flying from South Africa to Ethiopia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Ethiopia?

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Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Ethiopia

Question 6

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

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ethiopia?

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The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Ethiopia is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R9 042. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Ethiopia on Saturday is R9 729.

Question 8

How far in advance should I book a flight to Ethiopia?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ethiopia from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ethiopia for around R8 136 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ethiopia from South Africa for as low as R7 313 on momondo.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to Ethiopia?

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Ethiopian Air, South African and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ethiopia from South Africa according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 90% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Ethiopia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Ethiopia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Ethiopia?

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Flying to Ethiopia from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R8 952 when looking at flights departing in the morning. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R9 688 on average. Flights to Ethiopia from South Africa at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly to Ethiopia?

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If you don’t want to visit Ethiopia in March, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 755.

Question 12

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 13

How often are flights from South Africa to Ethiopia delayed?

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Historically, on average around 20% of flights between South Africa and Ethiopia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

Question 14

How many flights depart from South Africa to Ethiopia on average per day?

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As of January 2026, 41 flights take off from South Africa and land in Ethiopia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 68% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 15

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to Ethiopia.

Question 16

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Ethiopian Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 17

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Ethiopia?

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Prices for flights from South Africa to Ethiopia are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 18

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Ethiopia?

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As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Ethiopia.

Question 19

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Ethiopia?

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Ethiopia.

Question 20

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ethiopia?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ethiopia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ethiopia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best price found	R6 752
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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 493	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 949 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
South African	PriceFrom R8 745	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 52 reviews	Search South African flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R8 817	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 290 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
ASKY	PriceFrom R10 900	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 70 reviews	Search ASKY flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ethiopia?

If you don’t want to visit Ethiopia in March, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 755.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ethiopia?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Ethiopia is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R9 042. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Ethiopia on Saturday is R9 729.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Ethiopia?

What is the cheapest South Africa to Ethiopia flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Addis Ababa Bole for the best South Africa - Ethiopia flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Ethiopia?

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Ethiopia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to Ethiopia.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Ethiopia?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Ethiopia

Which airlines fly to Ethiopia?

How often are flights from South Africa to Ethiopia delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between South Africa and Ethiopia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Ethiopia flights?

According to our data, Ethiopian Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from South Africa to Ethiopia on average per day?

As of January 2026, 41 flights take off from South Africa and land in Ethiopia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 68% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from South Africa to Ethiopia on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 288 flights per week flying from South Africa to Ethiopia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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