On this page, you can find and book flights from Cape Town to Addis Ababa. This 5,216 km flight connects South Africa and Ethiopia, with approximately 9 weekly flights on this route. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Cape Town airport.
Regular service is provided by Ethiopian Airlines (ET). Ticket prices vary depending on seasonality and demand, so to find the best deals, use the price trend chart and check how to get from Addis Ababa airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Cape Town → Addis Ababa on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines. Departures from Cape Town International Airport airports, arrivals at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cape Town — Addis Ababa by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,852 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 2,284 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Cape Town → Addis Ababa, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,969 | high | May | AED 2,164 | low | Sep | AED 2,516 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,566 | medium | Jun | AED 2,113 | low | Oct | AED 2,591 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,466 | medium | Jul | AED 2,415 | medium | Nov | AED 2,818 | high |
| Apr | AED 2,264 | medium | Aug | AED 2,466 | medium | Dec | AED 3,070 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
When planning your flight to Addis Ababa, keep in mind that the most comfortable weather, with temperatures up to 23.5°C, occurs in February and March. The rainiest and coldest period in the Ethiopian capital is in July and August, when the highest rainfall is recorded.
From a budget perspective, June is the most affordable month to fly — ticket prices start AED 1,783. The highest fares are recorded in May, when the minimum price rises to AED 2,284.
The best time to book is December or January: these are the driest months of the year, and flights cost around AED 1,869. Avoid the rainy summer season if you plan on exploring the city actively right after arrival.
Flights between Cape Town and Addis Ababa are operated by the region's main carrier, Ethiopian Airlines. Approximately 9 flights per week are available, providing a stable connection on this route. Detailed schedule information for specific dates and available flight options can be found in the list below.
Flights Cape Town — Addis Ababa depart from Cape Town International Airport and arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the 5,216 km distance in approximately 6 hours and 15 minutes. The exact time depends on the specific flight and weather conditions.
The primary operator on this route is Ethiopia's national carrier, Ethiopian Airlines (ET).
Yes, regular direct flights are available on the Cape Town – Addis Ababa line, allowing you to avoid long layovers.
Flights from Cape Town arrive at Bole International Airport (ADD), located in Addis Ababa.
Ticket prices are dynamic and seasonal. You can always find the current lowest prices in the low-fare calendar and the price trend chart on this page.
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