Addis Ababa, EthiopiaNairobi, Kenya

Flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Nonstop flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) take about 1h 57m (1,164 km). Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $197 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Nairobi

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Explore the vibrant skyline of Nairobi with its modern skyscrapers under an overcast sky. — arriving in Nairobi

Airport transfer

NBO → Nairobi, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Addis Ababa →1 lounge at Addis Ababa Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresNBO to Nairobi: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Nairobi →4 drop-off points, from $3.90

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Airlines flying Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Carriers on ADD–NBO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Ethiopian Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Kenya Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Addis Ababa to Nairobi fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $273 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$27924 Oct 2026 · Kenya Airways	—
Nov 2026	$2737 Nov 2026 · Kenya Airways	—
Jan 2027	$3774 Jan 2027 · Kenya Airways	—
Feb 2027	$41610 Feb 2027 · Kenya Airways	—
Mar 2027	$5624 Mar 2027 · Ethiopian Airlines	$366 · 1 stop4 Mar 2027
Apr 2027	$56518 Apr 2027 · Kenya Airways	$378 · 1 stop18 Apr 2027
Aug 2027	$27427 Aug 2027 · Kenya Airways	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $273 for November 2026, $274 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Addis Ababa to Nairobi, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Nairobi

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Addis Ababa to Nairobi flights

How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

A nonstop flight from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) takes about 1h 57m, covering 1,164 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Addis Ababa from Nairobi by air?

The great-circle distance between Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 1,164 km (723 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ADD–NBO route include Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ADD–NBO was $197 USD with Ethiopian Airlines (nonstop), departing 14 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $273 one-way, against $416 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ethiopia to Kenya?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Kenya visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Nairobi?

Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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