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Cheapest round-trip
$450
Overall average: $580
Kenya Airways
Fri 10/31Mon 11/3
NBO - ADD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$338
Typical prices: $350-417
Egyptair
Thu 10/16
NBO - ADD • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa (NBO-ADD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
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4:45 pm - 6:45 pmNBO-ADD
2h 00mnonstop
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10:20 am - 12:30 pmADD-NBO
2h 10mnonstop
$450Kenya Airways
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 2
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2:40 am - 4:20 amNBO-ADD
25h 40m1 stop
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5:40 am - 5:25 amADD-NBO
23h 45m1 stop
$454SAUDIA
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 1
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2:40 am - 4:20 amNBO-ADD
25h 40m1 stop
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3:25 am - 5:25 amADD-NBO
26h 00m1 stop
$455SAUDIA
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Tue, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 1
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7:00 am - 3:00 pmNBO-ADD
8h 00m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 8:45 pmADD-NBO
5h 15m1 stop
$464Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 29
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8:30 am - 3:00 pmNBO-ADD
6h 30m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 8:45 pmADD-NBO
5h 15m1 stop
$466Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 2
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7:20 am - 9:20 amNBO-ADD
2h 00mnonstop
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10:20 am - 12:30 pmADD-NBO
2h 10mnonstop
$531Kenya Airways
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Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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6:15 am - 8:10 pmNBO-ADD
13h 55m3 stops
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11:35 pm - 1:40 amADD-NBO
2h 05mnonstop
$605Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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6:15 am - 7:45 pmNBO-ADD
13h 30m1 stop
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10:45 am - 1:10 pmADD-NBO
2h 25mnonstop
$606Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 23
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4:20 am - 3:05 amNBO-ADD
22h 45m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:30 amADD-NBO
23h 25m1 stop
$623Egyptair
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 29
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4:20 am - 3:05 amNBO-ADD
22h 45m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:30 amADD-NBO
23h 25m1 stop
$628Egyptair
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nairobi to Addis Ababa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Addis Ababa on a Thursday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Nairobi, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa is October, where tickets cost $580 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $724 and $679 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $456, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$338
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 0% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

When to book flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Addis Ababa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Nairobi to Addis Ababa flights

  • Which airline can I book when flying from Nairobi to Addis Ababa with a large item of luggage?

    When you are traveling from Nairobi to Addis Ababa with your sizable luggage, you are required to book an airline that offers the carry-on policy to its passengers. Egypt Air Airline allows both economic and business class passengers to board with two pieces of items, weighing 50 lbs and 70 lbs respectively.

  • Which among the airlines that flies to Addis Ababa from Nairobi offers wheelchair services?

    If you are a reduced mobility passenger and you want to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, you are required to book an airline that offers wheelchair services. Kenya Airways is one of the airlines that fly to Addis Ababa that provides the wheelchair services to its passengers on request. It also has its staff on board that are always ready and prepared to offer assistance when in need.

  • Which is the suitable airline you can book when flying from Nairobi to Addis Ababa with your kids?

    Your kids comfort and enjoyment should always be the key point when you are planning to book your flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa. If you are traveling with your kid that is above 2 years you will have to book his/her own seat and enjoy the child discount ticket offered.

  • How can I easily get out of Addis Ababa Airport to the city center?

    Upon your landing in Addis Ababa, you should consider taking a minibus as your means of transport from the airport to the city center. It is one of the affordable and convenient transport modes you should consider - other than car rentals or taxis.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa was $338 for a one-way ticket and $450 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Nairobi and Addis Ababa?

    A passport is required to fly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    Lufthansa, and Kuwait Airways offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Nairobi to Addis Ababa flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nairobi to Addis Ababa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Nairobi and Addis Ababa, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    There are nonstop flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, Ethiopian Air or Kenya Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways. With an average price for the route of $666 and an overall rating of 7.2, Ethiopian Air is the most popular choice. Kenya Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $621 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Addis Ababa from Nairobi is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Addis Ababa with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline. Booking your flights between Nairobi and ADD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Addis Ababa from Nairobi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Addis Ababa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $469 or less one-way and $607 or less round-trip.
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the main serving departure airport for the flights departing Nairobi City. While landing in Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) will serve you as the main arrival airport. While flying from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, you can also consider departing from Wilson International Airport (WIL) - though it is less popularly known.
  • When you are traveling from Nairobi to Addis Ababa and you want to experience some benefits while booking your flight, you should consider booking Kenya Airways or JamboJet Airlines. Booking your flight to ADD with either of these two airlines will allow you to find a flight that suits your schedule. This is because both the airlines serve as the hub of NBO airport.
  • Buses are the primary safe and convenient transport modes that can quickly get you to the NBO Airport, where you can board your flight to Addis Ababa from Downtown Nairobi. On the other hand, you can also consider using a taxi as means of transport - they are the fastest means of transport compared to the use of a bus.
  • If you are flying from NBO to ADD and you need to book an airline that is the best eco-friendly for your flight, Ethiopian Airlines is the best choice to choose. The airline is committed to protect the environment by preventing pollutions, conservation of resources, and implementations of the green procurements.
  • When you are flying from Nairobi to Addis Ababa and you are among those passengers that have their specific meal requirements, you should book an airline that serves its passengers with the special meals on order. While flying on RwandAir Airlines, you only have to order your meal 24 hours before travel and it will be served.

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Addis Ababa Bole.
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Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Thursday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Friday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Saturday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Sunday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

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Direct returns

Addis Ababa Bole to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Thursday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Friday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Saturday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Sunday

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Nairobi to Addis Ababa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nairobi to Addis Ababa. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Ethiopian AirOverall score based on 873 reviews
7.5Crew
6.7Entertainment
6.9Food
7.1Comfort
7.2Boarding
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POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

4.0 OkayCharles, Aug 2025YYZ - ADD
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POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

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