Flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa
Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for NBO–ADD.
Route snapshot: Nairobi to Addis Ababa
Nairobi (NBO) to Addis Ababa (ADD) is 1,164 km, about 1h 57m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $408 with Kenya Airways (nonstop), departing 31 Oct 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $408 with Kenya Airways (nonstop), departing 31 Oct 2026; with connections it dropped to $394. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Addis Ababa has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Nairobi to Addis Ababa
Carriers on NBO–ADD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 11 Sept 2026. Not a complete list.
Nairobi–Addis Ababa route intelligence
Updated analysis of the NBO–ADD corridor — distance, fares, timing, and connecting options.
Route profile
Nairobi (NBO) to Addis Ababa (ADD) is a short-haul / regional corridor spanning approximately 1,164 km, with typical block time around 2h. Published fares cluster between $50 and $180 in economy. Short-haul.
Best time to book
For regional routes under 1,500 km, fares are typically softest 3-5 weeks out. Last-minute deals are common on this corridor.
Visa & arrival
Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between Kenya and Ethiopia — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.
Best time to fly to Addis Ababa
Based on weather and travel conditions in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Nairobi (NBO) and Addis Ababa (ADD), taking about 1h 57m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on NBO–ADD was $408 USD (nonstop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Flights arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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