How many flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 28.6% of flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

The typical direct flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi has a duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1164 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, take considerably longer, with a median flight time of 11 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of non-stop options for this route.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Historically, good prices on flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The pricing trends observed over a 30-day period indicate a consistent availability of competitive prices.

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Addis Ababa to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

The journey from Addis Ababa to Nairobi covers a distance of 1,164 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. If you are looking for cheap flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi, you will find that new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to secure a good price.

Fares for this route typically range from $551 to $1,393, with a median price of $746. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that finding exceptional value may require careful timing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi? The data indicates that August is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $402. Following closely are April, with a median fare of $577, and December, where the median fare is $584. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 28.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options exist, you will likely encounter flights with at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 10 hours and 15 minutes. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, providing a realistic expectation for your total travel time.

How much is a round trip from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Regular price: $231 - $596

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

The regular price range for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is between $231 and $596. The current lowest deal is $485 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Nov 16-Nov 24.

now $485

Low $231

High $596

The cheapest time to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is August, with a median price of $402. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $1112. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $402

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,112

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$602

$637

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Qatar Airways

$596

$644

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$477

$612

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$529

$628

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Qatar Airways

$456

$669

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kenya Airways

$328

$545

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$596 → $644

7 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 26

$529 → $628

19%

5 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 25

$547 → $666

22%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$357 → $485

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Addis Ababa - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Addis Ababa to Nairobi are near the typical level of $746.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi, with a median price of $402.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 10h 15m

The median flight time from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is 10 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 71.4% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways offers direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Addis Ababa main airports to depart from

Addis Ababa Bole International (ADD)

Cheapest

Addis Ababa Bole International is a convenient option for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$487

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International is a key arrival airport for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$487

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International is a major international airport and the most reliable alternative for international travelers.

📍 ~200 km from Nairobi (requires an international border crossing into Tanzania, approximately 4-5 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$766

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

39% AI deal score

$4,001

Qatar Airways

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Historically, the best prices for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi are found when booking in the "14-27 days" window. Flights booked within this period typically average around $579. Booking within "0-6 days" of departure tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $624. For those planning further ahead, flights booked "60+ days" out have an average price of $696, while those booked "7-13 days" out are significantly higher at $1292.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is considered to be $551 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $746. Travelers might find that 75% of prices observed are below $1393. These figures are based on pricing trends over a 90-day period.

Historically, August is typically the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi, with a median price of $402. Other months that often see lower prices include April, with a median of $577, and December, with a median of $584. The annual median price for this route is $746. These trends are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Addis Ababa to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Regular price: $231 - $596

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

The regular price range for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is between $231 and $596. The current lowest deal is $485 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Nov 16-Nov 24.

now $485

Low $231

High $596

The cheapest time to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

August

Cheapest

Flights from $402

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,112

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$602

$637

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Qatar Airways

$596

$644

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$477

$612

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$529

$628

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Qatar Airways

$456

$669

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ADD - Nairobi

Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kenya Airways

$328

$545

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$596 → $644

7 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 26

$529 → $628

19%

5 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 25

$547 → $666

22%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$357 → $485

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi