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Flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi 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 Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

The average price of all flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Addis Ababa to Nairobi, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Nairobi, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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 from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is August, where tickets cost £396 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and January, where the average cost of tickets is £444 and £438 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 74 days before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between Addis Ababa and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. They are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways. The cheapest airline for this route is Ethiopian Air, with the best one-way deal found costing £237. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Ethiopian Air.

How many flights are there between Addis Ababa and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 3 and 7 nonstop flights that take off from Addis Ababa and land in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 2h 11m. The most common departure time is 10:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 32 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 22% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Addis Ababa and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Addis Ababa at 03:30 and will be landing in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at 05:40.

What’s the latest departure time from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport jets off at 22:55 and lands at 01:00.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Low season

June

High season

November
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Addis Ababa to Nairobi 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 Addis Ababa to Nairobi flights

  • What is the luggage allowance on Ethiopian Air flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

    The luggage allowance on Ethiopian Airlines flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi varies depending on the booking class. Economy class passengers are allowed a maximum of 1 piece of checked luggage not exceeding 50 lbs while Business class passengers are allowed a maximum of 2 bags not exceeding 70 lbs each. First class passengers are allowed a maximum of 3 bags not exceeding 70 lbs each.

  • What services does RwandAir offer for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

    RwandAir provides assistance to passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi. The airline staff assists passengers with reduced mobility to board and deplane flights as well as with aspects such as stowing personal items and taking them out, accessing meals and drinks, or using the restroom during the flight.

  • How do I get from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to the city center?

    Taxis are readily available at NBO and can be found at designated taxi ranks. The travel time is around 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. The airport is also connected to the city center via the Nairobi Commuter Rail service, which operates from the airport to the city center and other destinations in the Nairobi metropolitan area. In addition, several car rental companies are available at the airport for those who prefer to drive themselves.

  • What services does Kenya Airways offer to economy passengers on flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

    Kenya Airways provides various services to economy passengers during their flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi. Passengers can enjoy a variety of films, TV shows, and music through the in-flight entertainment system, which includes personal seat-back screens and headphones. Economy passengers on Kenya Airways flights also receive complimentary meals and drinks provided by the airline's catering services.

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

    Only flydubai offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Addis Ababa to Nairobi flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Addis Ababa to Nairobi flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Addis Ababa to Nairobi.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Addis Ababa with another airline.

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

    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 Nairobi from Addis Ababa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £229 or less one-way and £307 or less round-trip.
  • Passengers who choose connecting flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) can expect layovers in various cities including Doha (DOH), Jeddah (JED), Istanbul (IST), Riyadh (RUH), Frankfurt (FRA), and Cairo (CAI).
  • Qatar Airways provides several services for families traveling with kids on flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) to make their journey more comfortable and enjoyable. Families with young children can board the flight early to give them more time to settle in and prepare for takeoff and the airline has special seats and bassinets that can be requested for babies.
  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is the main hub for Ethiopian Airlines. Passengers flying with Ethiopian Airlines from Addis Ababa to Nairobi can relax in the airline's lounges including Cloud Nine Lounge and Sheba Lounge. These lounges offer a variety of amenities and services for eligible passengers.
  • EgyptAir has been upgrading its fleet with more fuel-efficient aircraft. These newer models are designed to use less fuel, emit fewer greenhouse gases, and produce less noise compared to older planes including for flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO).
  • Pets such as dogs, cats, and small birds can travel in the cabin with Turkish Airlines on flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) as long as the combined weight of the pet and the crate does not exceed a limit of 22 lbs.
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Find which airlines fly direct from Bole to Jomo Kenyatta Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Addis Ababa Bole to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

ANA, ASKY, Air France, +12 more

ANA, ASKY, +13 more

Tuesday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +10 more

ANA, ASKY, +11 more

Wednesday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +10 more

ANA, ASKY, +11 more

Thursday

ANA, ASKY, Air France, +12 more

ANA, ASKY, +13 more

Friday

ANA, ASKY, Air France, +12 more

ANA, ASKY, +13 more

Saturday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +10 more

ANA, ASKY, +11 more

Sunday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +10 more

ANA, ASKY, +11 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

ANA, ASKY, Air France, +12 more

ANA, ASKY, +13 more

Tuesday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +11 more

ANA, ASKY, +12 more

Wednesday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +11 more

ANA, ASKY, +12 more

Thursday

ANA, ASKY, Air France, +11 more

ANA, ASKY, +12 more

Friday

ANA, ASKY, Air France, +12 more

ANA, ASKY, +13 more

Saturday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +11 more

ANA, ASKY, +12 more

Sunday

ANA, ASKY, Air India, +11 more

ANA, ASKY, +12 more

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Top airlines flying from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Addis Ababa to Nairobi. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Addis Ababa to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Ethiopian AirOverall score based on 796 reviews
7.7crew
7.0food
6.9entertainment
7.3comfort
7.4boarding
Airline reviews

The gate was changed at the very last moment and no one informed us. The flight was one hour late and the screen broken, the remote control not working. One toilet was out of order . the other toilets were also not totally functioning, because the washbasin was plugged and the water couldn't flow away.

6.0 Goodirene, Apr 2024NSI - ADD
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The gate was changed at the very last moment and no one informed us. The flight was one hour late and the screen broken, the remote control not working. One toilet was out of order . the other toilets were also not totally functioning, because the washbasin was plugged and the water couldn't flow away.

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

The flight was one hour late. The food is mediocre and the screen was broken

Seat in front of my wife was broken so it reclined further than normal and without having to push the recline button so my wife had absolutely no room the entire 17 hour flight. My seat was broken and wouldn't recline at all. Also.. my tray table was sticky and dirty right away before I even used it. Also...the floor in the back of the plane from our row of seats on back was totally soaked and both times we landed water came rushing out of the food/servant area like a flood onto the same already wet carpet. It got everything wet that was placed around our feet...including our shoes and socks.

Luggage delayed for one day. I called customer service, and they had no info and no empathy. Boarding was very disorganized and chaotic. We went nearly 7 hours with no food or snacks on the flight. This is not an airline that has respect for its passengers.

Same but worse than international. The inter African flights are worse.

The check in staff was amazing. Best customer service! The plane was old! My entertainment on the first flight didn't work at all, in my seat or in the seat next to me. The bathroom doors were old and troublesome. One of the bathrooms, the whole sink panel was broken. Everything felt old and falling apart. The airline stewardesses were amazing and quite hospitable. When there were delays, they kept us well informed. Transit was GREAT! I wasn't sure how I would make it to my next flight in 1 1/2 hours but the security lines were short and efficient. The C gates in Addis Ababa were CROWDED! That whole space downstairs was too crowded and challenging to manuever. I usually fly Ethiopian within Africa and was interested to see how the experience would be intercontinental. Overall, I would choose it again if it was cheaper than Delta/Air France or Lufthansa/KLM. I wouldn't make it a first choice if the prices were the same because the planes are so old! The food and entertainment also weren't as good. Good selection of movies but as I mentioned, on the first flight they didn't work at all (I slept so it was okay) and the 2nd flight it was glitchy. All in all, I didn't hate it but it would be a first choice only if it's cheaper.

The wifi service was really poor I try to use it the service was extremely poor if that could be improved that will go a long way

Hot, uncomfortable and very rough take off and landing. Very regrettable.

Pros: "The food!! The flight was in time and also the flight attendant were so available and caring"
Cons: "I have wifi in board for an hour for whatsapp messaging I would have beloved to have it all flight"

Front section of economy cabin is better than rear. Paid for seats selected.

Good flight. Paid for seats sat the frront section of the economy. Better than rear cabin.

Flight was delayed for 9 hours. We finally arrived ved at 0435hrs instead of 1950hrs the previous day. No compensation was provided.

Apart from delay of 3 hrs in Nairobi for onward flight to Dar all fine. Looked like operational issues caused it.

I booked a round trip flight and boarded a Kenya Airways trip from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (JKIA). First flight from New York to Nairobi was uneventful with no issues. However, the return flight was beyond disappointing. To begin with I had paid an extra $60 each for premium seats (me and my wife) in economy aisle 15 (B & A). However, upon settling down in the middle seat, I noticed that the controller had been ripped off meaning I would not have access to some of the seat functionalities like the individual lighting etc. I proceeded to alert a flight attendant that the controller was missing and she politely responded to me by telling me if I need anything, to use my wife’s seat controller (on the window seat) to call for assistance and I would be assisted accordingly. I was surprised by the response that she gave as it felt like my comfort and request for a service that I paid for was undermined, but nonetheless I opted to play it nice and kept my calm. After this I engaged in a conversation with a passenger (Caucasian / White male) who sat next to me on the aisle seat. In the process of having this conversation I asked him if he had paid for his seat. He went ahead to politely tell me that he had been moved from a seat in the back by one of the flight attendants and had not paid any extra fees. During this conversation, he noticed that the charging docks were not working and he needed to charge his iPad to watch his Netflix show (it was on pause). Alarmed by this, he went ahead and flagged one of the flight attendants who without wasting any time acted astonished and as fast as lightning was able to find him a better seat a few rows in front. Please note, all the charging plugs were not working for the three seats. In summary, below are the reasons for the low rating: 1. Charging for a broken seat: Kenya Airways should not charge for a defective seat. If a seat is defective and is paid for, the airlines should work out a way to either refund the customer or move the customer to a better seat – regardless of skin color. 2. Below Par Customer Service: Do not debilitate a customer’s request especially when a paid for service is not delivered – regardless of skin color. Assuming that I am comfortable with having to either keep alerting the flight attendant or relying on my wife’s seat to perform some of the functionality I may need is ridiculous. 3. Biasness / Inequality / Prejudiced Behavior: The Caucasian/ White male was treated with more favor. Not only was he moved around to make sure he was comfortable (free of charge) but all his complaints were resolved immediately without any hesitance. On the contrary, I being a black man of African descent who had paid an additional premium for his seat, I was completely ignored and told to settle for what I got.

It has been 1 week since arriving at my destination and I still have not recieved my kite surfing bags. Office will not communicate properly on location or when my bags will arrive. No advice on what to do on luggage that has not arrived in over a week. Simply not happy with Kenya airways at the moment.

Excellent. They canceled our flight & put us up for the night. Then upgraded us. We are impressed

My flight from Nairobi to nyc. My seat made noise and moved around. The two toilets in the back didn’t work well cause you didn’t know if someone was in there cause the light didn’t work. The bathroom doors didn’t lock well either, so I walked in on someone. The crew wasn’t quick or super helpful. When I went to get something they were chatting and they would look at me, continue on with their conversation and finally I would interrupt to get a drink.

The flight attendants on this flight were incredible! One even gave me her own dinner when my special meal order wasn’t transferred due to a flight delay! She insisted and I was so grateful. That is going above and beyond! The issue I had with the flight was with Lufthansa support. I missed my connection due to a flight delay and they wouldn’t rebook online, only in person. This took a lot of time and visits to the airport waiting for a Lufthansa agent to arrive 5 hours later than posted and almost paying full-fare price for the new flights and refusal to add my special meal orders. It made for a challenging journey home and I didn’t feel valued as a customer.

If my flight from Heathrow to Nairobi had not been cancelled I would’ve been in kisumu to fly back! And I have still not had my refund! So you have my cash and I’ve got nothing in return. Wonderful!

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Addis Ababa - Nairobi Flights

Departure:

Addis Ababa (ADD)Ethiopia

Destination:

Nairobi (NBO)Kenya

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Nairobi - Addis Ababa

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