Question 1

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa typically takes around 2 hours. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 9 hours 55 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, 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 Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa 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) and Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul). 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 Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to Addis Ababa 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 Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Nairobi to Addis Ababa 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 Nairobi to Addis Ababa?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Nairobi to Addis Ababa there are around 18 to 19 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 Nairobi to Addis Ababa depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa usually departs at 03:20. 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 Addis Ababa.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Nairobi to Addis Ababa usually departs at 17:30. 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
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 08/08/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Return 15/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£456
Best option Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 01/12/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Return 08/12/26 direct KQ0403 02h 10min	Kenya Airways	?	£477
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 01/12/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Return 08/12/26 direct KQ0403 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£478
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 01/12/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Return 08/12/26 direct KQ0403 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£479
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 08/08/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Return 15/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Kenya Airways	?	£475
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 12/12/26 direct KQ0400 02h 00min	Return 21/12/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£484
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 12/12/26 direct KQ0400 02h 00min	Return 21/12/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£485
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 08/08/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Return 15/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£494
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 08/08/26 direct KQ0400 02h 10min	Return 15/08/26 direct KQ0401 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£502
Nairobi Addis Ababa	Outbound 01/12/26 direct KQ0402 02h 00min	Return 08/12/26 direct KQ0403 02h 10min	Kenya Airways		£537

Outbound and return from	£455.10
Flight duration	min. 02:00 / max. 03:50
Return flight duration	min. 02:05/ max. 04:00
Distance	1165 km
Flights per week	50
Departure airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta (NBO)
Departure country	Flights from Kenya
Arrival airport	Airport Addis Ababa (ADD)
Destination country	Flights to Ethiopia
Departure country - Arrival airport	Kenya - Addis Ababa
Departure airport - Destination country	Nairobi Kenyatta - Ethiopia

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