Question 1

How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi typically takes around 2 hours 10 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 11 hours 50 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi, with an average of around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi are operated by, among others, Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Qatar Airways (via Doha). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Addis Ababa to Nairobi there are on average around 2 to 3 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Addis Ababa to Nairobi there are around 20 to 21 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi usually departs at 03:30. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Nairobi.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi usually departs at 23:35. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR1428, QR1335 28h 50min	Return 23/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR1336, QR1427 30h 20min	Qatar Airways		£404
Best option Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 18/08/26 direct KQ0403 02h 10min	Return 17/09/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Kenya Airways		£408
Addis Ababa Nairobi Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 06/07/26 direct KQ0401 02h 20min	Return 03/08/26 1 Stopover (MBA) JM8710, ET0323 21h 30min	Kenya Airways		£725
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR1428, QR1345 11h 50min	Return 23/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR1336, QR1427 30h 20min	Qatar Airways		£405
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 03/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 20min	Return 20/08/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Kenya Airways		£415
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 30/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 20min	Return 28/09/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£418
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 30/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 20min	Return 28/09/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£419
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 06/10/26 direct KQ0403 02h 10min	Return 23/10/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Kenya Airways	?	£414
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 13/07/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Return 24/07/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Kenya Airways		£413
Addis Ababa Nairobi	Outbound 30/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 20min	Return 28/09/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£423

Outbound and return from	£403.99
Flight duration	min. 02:05 / max. 04:00
Return flight duration	min. 02:00/ max. 03:50
Distance	1165 km
Flights per week	51
Departure airport	Airport Addis Ababa (ADD)
Departure country	Flights from Ethiopia
Arrival airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta (NBO)
Destination country	Flights to Kenya
Departure country - Arrival airport	Ethiopia - Nairobi Kenyatta
Departure airport - Destination country	Addis Ababa - Kenya

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