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Johannesburg Addis Ababa
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Mon, 13 May JNB - ADD
Tue, 14 May ADD - JNB
£476 £451
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Johannesburg Addis Ababa
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Mon, 27 May JNB - ADD
£301 £292
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
77% Trains in Addis Ababa are 77% cheaper than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg £1.48
Addis Ababa £0.34
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
21% A meal in Addis Ababa is 21% cheaper than a meal in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg £6.66
Addis Ababa £5.24
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 71.2 ETB
1 ETB = 0.02 GBP
Last checked on 05 May 2024
Distance: 2538 miles
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 30 miles
Rand (QRA) How far from city centre: 8 miles
Grand Central (GCJ) How far from city centre: 4 miles
Addis Ababa airports
Bole (ADD) How far from city centre: 4 miles

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About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from South Africa to Ethiopia, Johannesburg - Addis Ababa is one of the most popular routes.

In the OR Tambo International Airport Airport JNB, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, OR Tambo International Airport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at Bole Airport ADD airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in Ethiopia.

The flight duration is approximately 5 h and 25 m, covering a distance of about 4083 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) catering to your route from Johannesburg JNB to Addis Ababa ADD: South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Ethiopia. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £292 for the route Johannesburg - Addis Ababa. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Addis Ababa more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Addis Ababa costs an average of 1.06 GBP pounds, 20% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of 0.88 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 77% less in Addis Ababa: 0.34 GBP pounds against 1.48 GBP pounds in Johannesburg. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 5.24 GBP euros in Addis Ababa, 21% less than the 6.66 GBP euros in Johannesburg. The price of a coffee is approximately 45% cheaper in Addis Ababa, with an average of 0.84 GBP euros, while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 1.53 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa?
The most popular months to book from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are March, September and June.
When would be the best time to travel from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa?
The best time of the year to visit Addis Ababa from Johannesburg really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, March is the best month to fly to  Addis Ababa from Johannesburg in terms of searches from our customers, followed by October and July. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds April, May and September are the months with fewer searches for Johannesburg -  Addis Ababa.
What is the duration of a flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa?
Flight duration from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa is around 06:13 hours on average, at an average distance of 4,761 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Addis Ababa compared to Johannesburg?
The average temperature in Johannesburg is 31.84 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 6.0 mm ,Addis Ababa's temperatures reach 27.99 during the hot season, with 3.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 1.27 degrees in Addis Ababa, compared to the -0.43 average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Addis Ababa have an average of 1.6 mm rain level.
From which airports is it possible to fly from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa?
The main route from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa is: OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bole (ADD). The following airlines fly this route:
  • Ethiopian Airlines.
  • South African Airways.
Which airlines provide flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa?
The airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa are:
  • Ethiopian Airlines.
  • South African Airways.
Flight Time 6 h and 13 m Flights from Johannesburg and Addis Ababa last around 6 h and 13 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £292 The cheapest price available for flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Airport of Departure OR Tambo International Airport You will depart from OR Tambo International Airport when flying from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa
Airport of Arrival Bole Outbound flights from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa arrive at Bole

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