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Flight deals from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Nairobi? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £399. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.£209 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £209, select.
Nairobi.£210 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £210, select.
Nairobi.£219 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £219, select.
Nairobi.£244 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £244, select.
Nairobi.£282 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £282, select.
Nairobi.£282 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £282, select.
Nairobi.£284 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £284, select.
Nairobi.£285 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Addis Ababa on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £285, select.
Nairobi.£295 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £295, select.
Nairobi.£295 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £295, select.
Nairobi.£295 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £295, select.
Nairobi.£295 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £295, select.
Nairobi.£296 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £296, select.
Nairobi.£297 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £297, select.
Nairobi.£298 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £298, select.
Nairobi.£324 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Mar.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Addis Ababa on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £324, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Addis Ababa to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from £209
Jun
from £219
Jul
from £285
Aug
from £244
Sep
from £210
Oct
from £284
Nov
from £297
Dec
from £295
Jan
from £298
Feb
from £567
Mar
from £324
Apr
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Direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi

Alternative Addis Ababa to Nairobi routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Addis Ababa to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nairobi Wilson

2 miles from central Nairobi
Closest
from £383
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

8 miles from central Nairobi
Cheapest
from £209
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Addis Ababa to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£209
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week153

Finding cheap flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is £398. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.
Ethiopian Airlines, Flynas and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.
As of May 2026, there are 153 flights per week flying from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi is usually June.
If you're flying from Addis Ababa Airport, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 8.2 miles away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from £398.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Addis Ababa Airport to Nairobi on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Flying from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Nairobi and Addis Ababa (where Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • The most popular route is from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Choose from 22 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ADD to NBO is the 03:30 Kenya Airways service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:25 with Ethiopian Airlines.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ADD to Nairobi flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Start your trip at ADD and fly nonstop to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). That will be your arrival point when searching for Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi tickets.

  • Book your ticket with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from ADD to Nairobi, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Entebbe International Airport (EBB)

    • Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)

    • Mogadishu Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ)

  • ADD is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Addis Ababa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to ADD? If you're boarding an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • When it comes to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport's on-time performance, 60% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Nairobi

  • £209 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi flight. A return ticket right now is £398. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap flights from ADD to Nairobi by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for landing cheap Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap flight from ADD to Nairobi is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi.

Airports in Nairobi

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Nairobi. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:

  • Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ADD to Nairobi can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • The centre of Nairobi is located around 10 kms (6 miles) from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL). Once your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 35 minutes or so.

  • Following your ADD to Nairobi flight, unwind at a hotel close to WIL. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from WIL ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi. July is the most popular month for a trip to Nairobi. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Nairobi is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ADD to Nairobi in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.

More about Nairobi

  • Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Nairobi, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Masai Mara National Reserve and Giraffe manor are top sights which should feature on any good Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be explored. About 434 kms (270 miles) southeast of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Kenya, head for Nakuru, roughly 145 kms (90 miles) northwest of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are among the biggest draws.

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