2
Airlines
21×
Per week
$472
From (live)
via ET
5.5h
Nonstop
Johannesburg (JNB) → Addis Ababa (ADD)
Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International
DISTANCE
4 393 km
Addis Ababa
Bole International
Flight time is an estimate: great-circle distance with ~8% routing adjustment and ~45 min ground operations. Actual block time depends on the carrier, winds, and specific service (check the airline schedule).
Fare trend — last 5weeks
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🇪🇹Ethiopian Airlines
ET
- Frequency
- 21× / week
- Baggage
- LCC (paid) +5
- Migrant program
- ✓
🇿🇦South African Airways
SA
- Frequency
- 21× / week
- Baggage
- LCC (paid) +5
- Migrant program
- —
Flights Johannesburg -> Addis Ababa (JNB-ADD) — USD Fares, Airlines, Frequency
Johannesburg to Addis Ababa connects South Africa with Ethiopia, with around 21 flights a week — three a day. The route carries business travellers, traders and a large share of passengers connecting through Addis Ababa to destinations across the continent and beyond. Block time is about five and a half hours.
Airlines on this route
Two carriers fly JNB-ADD: Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways, both full-service with a checked baggage allowance and meals included. Addis Ababa is Ethiopian’s main hub, so the route is also a major feeder into a wide intercontinental network.
| Carrier | Baggage baseline | Alliance |
|---|---|---|
| Ethiopian Airlines (ET) | 23 kg | Star Alliance |
| South African Airways (SA) | 23 kg | Star Alliance |
USD fares — JNB-ADD
JNB-ADD fares rise around the December holidays. With two carriers and high frequency, the route is competitively priced — three to six weeks of lead time usually secures a reasonable economy fare in USD.
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About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia, a high-altitude city that is the seat of the African Union. For travellers from Johannesburg it is a business destination and, above all, a major hub for onward connections across Africa, Europe, the Gulf and Asia.
FAQ
Which airlines fly Johannesburg to Addis Ababa? Direct JNB-ADD flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines, South African Airways. Compare baggage baseline and alliance in the carrier table above.
How long is the JNB-ADD flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 5.5 hours. The JNB-ADD route runs roughly 21 flights per week across all carriers.
How much does a JNB-ADD flight cost and when is it cheapest? Typical economy fares sit in the $400-900 USD band. Intra-Africa and Gulf-hub transit fares move week-to-week; 4-8 weeks is the typical sweet spot.
What is the checked baggage allowance on JNB-ADD? It varies by carrier and fare class — see the baggage-baseline column in the carrier table above. Full-service carriers usually include 23-30 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it as an add-on. Confirm on the airline’s site before booking.
What currency is used in Addis Ababa? Addis Ababa uses USD. Fares in this guide are quoted in USD; budget on-the-ground spending in USD.
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