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June 18 - June 22

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

NBO - Addis Ababa

$928

$598

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June 20 - June 27

NBO - Addis Ababa

$843

$599

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June 18 - June 25

Earliest

NBO - Addis Ababa

$842

$599

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July 15 - July 31

NBO - Addis Ababa

$499

$599

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July 5 - July 10

NBO - Addis Ababa

$559

$599

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July 4 - July 10

NBO - Addis Ababa

$549

$599

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June 23 - June 26

NBO - Addis Ababa

$926

$603

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June 24 - June 26

NBO - Addis Ababa

$912

$603

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July 4 - July 9

NBO - Addis Ababa

$558

$603

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July 15 - July 22

NBO - Addis Ababa

$540

$603

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

The journey from Nairobi to Addis Ababa covers a distance of 1,164 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick trip between these two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, fares typically range from $450–$607, with a median of $521. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route, and about 27% of recent fares were considered a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, January stands out with a median fare of $444. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median fare of $493, and May, where the median fare is $507. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

Regarding direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 48.1% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, and connecting itineraries typically involve 1 stopover.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, including connections, takes approximately 6h 10m. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Regular price: $707 - $974

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa is between $707 and $974. The current lowest deal is $598 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Jun 18-Jun 22.

now $598

Low $707

High $974

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Flights from NBO to ADD are cheapest in January, with a median price of $444. The most expensive month to fly is December, with a median price of $876. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $444

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Flights from $876

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

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NBO - Addis Ababa

Nairobi (NBO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

$882

$621

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Thu, Jun 18

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NBO - Addis Ababa

Nairobi (NBO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$928

$598

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Thu, Jun 18

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NBO - Addis Ababa

Nairobi (NBO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$842

$599

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

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NBO - Addis Ababa

Nairobi (NBO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$777

$609

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Thu, Jun 18

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NBO - Addis Ababa

Nairobi (NBO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$797

$634

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Thu, Jun 18

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NBO - Addis Ababa

Nairobi (NBO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$936

$634

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

4 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 22

$928 → $598

36%

2 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 22

$934 → $606

35%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$933 → $606

35%

3 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 25

$932 → $606

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Nairobi - Addis Ababa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Nairobi to Addis Ababa are near the typical level, with a median of $521.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, with a median price of $444.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 6h 10m

Flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa typically take 6h 10m, covering a short-haul distance.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals available

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa are frequent, with approximately 1 deal per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights

Ethiopian Airlines provides direct flight options for the Nairobi to Addis Ababa route.

🎯 Booking tip

27% of deals are good prices

Historically, 27% of deals for this route are considered good prices.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a good option for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, with prices from $598.

📍 ~15 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$598

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport is an alternative for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, with prices from $626.

📍 ~5 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$626

Addis Ababa main airports to arrive at

Addis Ababa Bole International (ADD)

Cheapest

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Addis Ababa.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$598

Airports nearby Addis Ababa used as alternative

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International (DIR)

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International is an international airport serving eastern Ethiopia with strong commercial links.

📍 ~347 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$971

Awasa (AWA)

Awasa is the closest major alternative airport to Addis Ababa, serving a major industrial and economic hub.

📍 ~190 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$954

Bahir Dar (BJR)

Bahir Dar offers high-quality airport infrastructure and consistent flight availability as a regional capital.

📍 ~330 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$962

Jijiga (JIJ)

Cheapest

Jijiga is a critical transport link for the eastern Somali region, indicating high traffic volume.

📍 ~458 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$824

Lalibela (LLI)

Lalibela is a well-maintained facility with reliable daily service schedules, important for tourism.

📍 ~300 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$847

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Addis Ababa

Historically, the best prices for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $516. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $628. Even booking 7-13 days out shows a higher average price of $783, indicating that planning ahead can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa is considered to be $450 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $521. Prices typically range, with 75% of fares being $607 or less. Aiming for a fare around $450 can help secure a cost-effective journey.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, with a median price of $444. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $493. The annual median price for this route is $521, suggesting that flights in January and June are typically more affordable than other times of the year.

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Nairobi - Addis Ababa route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Typically 6h 10m

Frequent deals available

Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights

27% of deals are good prices

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Addis Ababa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Addis Ababa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Addis Ababa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Addis Ababa

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