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Cheapest round-trip
$980
Typical prices: $2,041-$995
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/11Thu 9/17
ATL - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,670
Typical prices: $1,884-$1,508
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Wed 9/9Sun 9/20
EWR - JNB • Non-stop
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Recent round-trip flight deals to OR Tambo

Tue, Aug 11 - Thu, Sep 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:30 pm - 8:20 am
ATL
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JNB
28h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 4:30 pm
JNB
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ATL
36h 40m
1 stop
$980Etihad Airways
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 14
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9:30 pm - 8:20 am
ATL
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JNB
28h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 4:30 pm
JNB
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ATL
36h 40m
1 stop
$992Etihad Airways
Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 7
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 9:00 am
JFK
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JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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JFK
26h 20m
1 stop
$1,045Qatar Airways
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 7
Qatar Airways Logo
10:00 pm - 4:00 am
JFK
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JNB
24h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:55 pm - 3:10 pm
JNB
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JFK
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,052Qatar Airways
Sun, Jun 7 - Thu, Jun 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 3:55 am
EWR
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JNB
24h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 7:45 pm
JNB
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EWR
35h 15m
2 stops
$1,059Ethiopian Air
Fri, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 8:10 pm
EWR
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JNB
40h 25m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 pm - 7:45 pm
JNB
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EWR
26h 55m
2 stops
$1,109Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Oct 21
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9:30 pm - 10:30 am
DFW
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JNB
30h 00m
1 stop
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6:00 pm - 7:35 pm
JNB
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DFW
32h 35m
1 stop
$1,307Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Oct 21
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9:30 pm - 10:30 am
DFW
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JNB
30h 00m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 7:35 pm
JNB
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DFW
32h 35m
1 stop
$1,312Turkish Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 22
Kenya Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 12:15 am
LAX
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JNB
50h 40m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 8:57 am
JNB
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LAX
48h 57m
2 stops
$1,312Kenya Airways
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Sep 7
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11:50 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
31h 00m
2 stops
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12:10 pm - 6:39 pm
JNB
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SFO
39h 29m
2 stops
$1,365Kenya Airways
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What is the cheapest flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 7 days.

In the last 7 days, the cheapest flight deal to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg was found on the route from New York, at $980 return. The most popular connection is from Harare to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $232 in the last 7 days.

How much is a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport costs $1,742 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $979 and departed from Newark Airport. The most popular routes on KAYAK are New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport which costs $2,144 on average, and Atlanta to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which costs $2,081 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,828. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $2,045 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is November, where tickets cost $1,328 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $1,739 and $1,636 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of $1,018.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $1,729 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,729.

What is a good deal for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for the following prices or less: From Newark Airport $1,895 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
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Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs - booking OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • Does O. R. Tambo International Airport have play areas for children?

    There is not an official play area in the airport. However, if you go to Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch Restaurant on Level 2, there is a small children’s play area within the restaurant itself. You can watch the kids play via cameras while you enjoy a meal.

  • Are there airport hotels in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there is an airport hotel in the airport. The Protea Hotel Transit is located in the International Terminal of the airport. Rooms are available for overnight use. Or, they can be rented in 6 hour blocks of time if you want a quick nap between your flights.

  • What to do in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    There are two chapel rooms located in the airport. The Christian chapel room is located in Terminal B. The Muslim Prayer room is located in Terminal A. There are also a variety of duty free shops you can visit throughout the airport. Or, if you’re feeling tense, head to Terminal A for a massage.

  • Are there good restaurants in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there are many great places to eat in the airport for those that booked flights to Johannesburg. You can stop by Spur or Wimpy’s restaurants in the central terminal. Or, visit Byte Restaurant in the international departures area. Visit Ocean Basket for seafood when you’re in the domestic departures area. All restaurants close by 11 p.m. at night so plan ahead when considering your dining choices.

  • Does Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport offer accessible services?

    JNB has pointed at the parking lot designated for those with special needs. Persons who are hard of hearing have visual signals all through the airport. The airport also has courtesy telephones at every terminal, including the waiting area, to offer assistance whenever needed. Those with low vision can use the braille-coded elevators to commute throughout the airport. The braille-coded equipment at the airport is designed to be of a low level for easy access. The ramps and elevators situated at all terminals are to improve the movements of those with reduced mobility. The JNB also offers its passengers reduced mobility wheelchairs, and the restrooms are designed to allow such assistance equipment access.

  • What are the standard stopover options for Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

    If you are traveling from ORD to JNB, you should expect a stop at cities such as Doha, Heathrow, and Abu Dhabi. If you are traveling from LAX to JNB, expect layovers at Newman, Amsterdam, and Atlanta. If you want to travel from LAS to JNB, then expect to stop at cities such as Atlanta and Newman. If traveling from DWL to JNB, you should expect a layover at cities including Newman, Atlanta, and Doha. If traveling from JFK to JNB, you must expect layover in several cities, including Atlanta, Heathrow, and Amsterdam.

  • Which car rental providers have counters at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

    If you are looking to rent a car after arriving at JNB, it would be best to visit the rental car park point at the north end of the section. At this location is the counter of several car rental agencies such as Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, First Car Rental, and Select Car Hire.

  • Do I need a visa or passport to travel to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

    US citizens do not require a visa when traveling for business or tourism purposes for 90 days or less. If your stay exceeds 90 days, you need to apply for a temporary residence visa. You, however, need to have a valid passport for 30 days. The passport needs to have two consecutive blank visa pages.

  • What is the cheapest flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    In the last 7 days, the cheapest flight deal to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg was found on the route from New York, at $980 return. The most popular connection is from Harare to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $232 in the last 7 days.

  • How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg?

    The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and downtown Johannesburg is 13 miles.

  • How much is a flight to Johannesburg?

    On average, a flight to Johannesburg costs $1,742. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $979 and departed from Newark Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

  • Looking for cheap airfare to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg for the following prices or less: From Newark $1,488
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flight deals.
  • If you are booking flights to Johannesburg and want to relax, you can head to Terminal A in the duty free section and look for Letsema where you can get a massage. Or, spend some time in one of the chapel or prayer rooms before you head to your final destination.
  • If you’re wondering about your luggage when you get to the airport, you can find a free baggage trolley to get from one place to another. To keep your luggage secure, you can find luggage wrapping services in the terminal or Lock Up Luggage is located on the basement level.
  • There are many ways to get to and from O. R. Tambo International Airport. You can rent a car if you’d like to drive yourself. Or, you can use public transportation. Your public transportation choices include taxis, shuttles, buses and trains. Be sure to ask about airport approved taxi and shuttle services when arranging your ride.
  • If you have time to spend at O. R. Tambo International Airport, consider purchasing a pass into one of the VIP lounges. These lounges are available to everyone who buys a ticket – even economy passengers. Check with each lounge to find out the price of a pass.
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. However, most of the shops and restaurants close at 11 p.m. If you have an overnight layover or are arriving late at night, keep this in mind and bring along a few snacks just in case.
  • If you are looking for currency exchange services at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB), go to the International Terminals section at the Arrivals Area. You will find currency exchange services, including Travelex, Bidvest Bank, and Master Currency, at these points.
  • If you want to whisper a prayer or meditate, visit the airport's chapel. There is a Christian Chapel at Terminal B on level 2, and the Muslim Prayer Room is at Terminal A in the basement.
  • If you want some runway action during your stopover, do so at any of the two public viewing decks with vantage viewing points. One is Terminal B while the other one is on the 4th floor of the International Terminal.
  • If you are looking to send your postcard, do so at the airport's postal office. They are at the International Arrivals Terminal and Domestic Terminal, shopping level.
  • Visit Airport Travel Hub or Gateway Travel Services at JNB when looking to hire a travel agency to offer guidance in Johannesburg. The local arrangement will provide you with the best travel experience. The two travel agencies have counters in the Arrivals Halls of Terminals A and B.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to OR Tambo

 
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Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, May 2026
ECP - ATL
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Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

Free & relatively fast Wi-Fi. Would've liked a wider drink selection.

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

The Boarding process was great. Particularly since my wife and I require assistance. The flight attendants were amazing. We travel frequently; they honestly were a cut above. 😀

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

WiFi didn’t work on two of four planes. Flight attendants were not overly friendly or welcoming. Planes were extremely slow to board and deplane.

Delta does a great job with entertainment and free wifi. I can still be in touch with my colleagues while in the air.

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

On time, great food, good drink selection! Only down was alcohol-free lounge. Lufthansa had a much better offering!

Be honest of what you sell: This was sold as Business Class on all three legs, while the JetBlue plane didn't even have business class seats, and wanted $164 for extra legroom seats.

Seat assignments for family traveling with 2 children. Loud crowd during sleep time

It was crowded… the bathrooms dirty and smelly. The seats have been made even smaller.

delayed to take off from detroit by 3 hours lost baggage in istanbul and now in venice without baggage

Seats were very tight with poor legroom - and I am average height. During the 12 hour flight, tiny paper cups of drinks we're only offered during the super and breakfast services, with the crew nowhere to be seen in between. One of the bathrooms was out of order, leading to long lines waiting to use the remaining two available to the economy class passengers.

short flight but we still got a very nice lunch and the crew did an excellent job in taking care of us

For that price on Business class, I expected to have the pod seats. These were configured as 2/3/2 and my seat mate talked half the flight with a friend across the isle, loudly. Very uncouth.

The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

Easy of boarding, helpfully staff at check in, surprisingly comfortable seating

Check in was chaotic with only one counter for business class and first class. The luggage conveyor belt at JFK airport was broken so the flight departure was delayed which made the flight stressful as I had a tight connection. Although the captain said they could make up the delay, they didn’t do so.

Had a one hour delay due to mechanical issue. I didn’t think I’d be able to make my connecting flight, but they waited for me and greeted me when I arrived to help things run smooth.

Lost of requested seat assignments. Lost my husband's meal choice

6 1/2 hours from Tampa to SFO on a Boeing 737. Cramped. No Service. No real food. One pass for coffee at the beginning and a second pass THREE hours later. And check-in in Tampa was nasty even by United standards. And I am at almost TWO million miles on United. It's a non-stop. But terrible service.

MY FAMILY'S LUGGAGE WAS LOST FROM ROME TO BARI. I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT RECEIVED MY LUGGAGE FROM ROME TO BARI. AFTER DEPLANING IN BARI, WE WASTED A LOT OF TIME AT BAG CLAIMS LOST AND FOUND REPORTING THE CLAIM AND PLEADING FOR THE BAGS TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT DAY. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT TAKES 3 DAYS MINIMUM TO DELIVER. MY DAUGHTER AND MY GIRLFRIEND NEEDED THEIR PERSONAL THINGS AND WE WERE STAYING 3 HOURS AWAY FROM THE BARI AIRPORT. WE HAD TO DRIVE 3 HOURS TO THE AIRPORT TO COLLECT OUR LOST LUGGAGE THE NEXT DAY. WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE EXPERIENCE

We had a delay, but thankfully I made it to my connection. Overall it went smooth

The flight had a delay but I made it to my connection. Flight was smooth overall

As I wrote earlier, poor planning and/or communication. At least twice, we were told that we would be boarding in less than ten minutes, only to have the flight again delayed at least another hour.

The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

To the Ethiopian Airlines Customer Relations Team, I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding my recent travel experience with Ethiopian Airlines on . Unfortunately, the level of service provided fell significantly short of the standards I expected from your airline. I would like to highlight the following serious issues encountered during the journey: • Cabin Condition and Hygiene: The aircraft cabin was notably poorly maintained. The seating area was dirty, and there was a persistent, unpleasant odor throughout the flight, which made the environment very uncomfortable for passengers. • Inadequate Service: The overall level of service provided by the staff was unsatisfactory and did not reflect a professional passenger experience. • Baggage Loss: Upon arrival, I was informed that my luggage was lost. This is particularly distressing as it has caused significant personal inconvenience and disruption to my schedule. As a frequent traveler, I value reliability and a clean cabin environment. I request that you investigate these matters immediately, provide an update on the status of my missing baggage, and outline how you intend to compensate for these failures in service. I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution to my lost luggage claim. Sincerely, Puguh

I will fly this going forward especially for ORD to EBB and the reverse.

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

Planes are good. However the entertainement system is slow. The headphones are of low quality and I could hardly hear a movie The movies lack subtitiles

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

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