GaboroneAddis Ababa, Ethiopia

Flights from Gaborone to Addis Ababa

Nonstop flights from Gaborone (GBE) to Addis Ababa (ADD) take about 5h 29m (3,982 km). Ethiopian Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $627 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Addis Ababa

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

Airport transfer

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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 Gaborone →3 lounges at Gaborone Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresADD to Addis Ababa: getting into town →

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Airlines flying Gaborone to Addis Ababa

Carriers on GBE–ADD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Ethiopian Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Addis Ababa

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Ethiopia 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 — Gaborone to Addis Ababa flights

How long is the flight from Gaborone to Addis Ababa?

A nonstop flight from Gaborone (GBE) to Addis Ababa (ADD) takes about 5h 29m, covering 3,982 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 Gaborone from Addis Ababa by air?

The great-circle distance between Sir Seretse Khama International Airport and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 3,982 km (2,474 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Gaborone to Addis Ababa?

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

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

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on GBE–ADD was $627 USD with Ethiopian Airlines (nonstop), departing 25 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

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

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Ethiopia 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 Addis Ababa?

Ethiopia 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 22 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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