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Addis Ababa.$603 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr, returning Mon, 14 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Addis Ababa on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.
Addis Ababa.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Mar, returning Fri, 14 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 7 Mar, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 14 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.
Addis Ababa.$808 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Mar, returning Fri, 14 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 7 Mar, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 14 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $808, select.
Addis Ababa.$808 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Feb, returning Fri, 14 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 28 Feb, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 14 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $808, select.
Addis Ababa.$811 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Fri, 11 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 11 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.
Addis Ababa.$811 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.
Addis Ababa.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar, returning Wed, 9 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Addis Ababa on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.
Addis Ababa.$847 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in Addis Ababa.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $847, select.

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Direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa

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Johannesburg to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$603
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa is $603. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines, ASKY Airlines and Air India fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa.
As of February 2025, there are 39 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Addis Ababa is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Monday, 7 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Addis Ababa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Addis Ababa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Addis Ababa.

Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know

  • 5 hours 24 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Addis Ababa is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 23 flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you want to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 08:20 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from JNB to ADD is 23:30 with Ethiopian Airlines.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Visiting Addis Ababa (and seeing more of Ethiopia!) is easy with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between JNB and ADD:

    • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    • Maputo International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from JNB to ADD, check whether you need a visa to enter Ethiopia. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is $527. The cheapest price for a return flight is $603. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from JNB to ADD by booking at least 6 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • February is the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from JNB to ADD every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The journey from central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • Book a hotel close to ADD if you're taking a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa

  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Addis Ababa. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Addis Ababa in April.

  • When booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 25ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to ADD in November. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 22ºC then.

More about Addis Ababa

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Addis Ababa right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from JNB to ADD:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Ethnological Museum, National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Addis Ababa.

Complete your Addis Ababa trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Addis Ababa.

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