Route cheat-sheet

• Airports: Johannesburg (JNB) → Addis Ababa (ADD)
• Typical duration: ≈5–6h nonstop patterns vary; 1-stop via regional hubs is common
• Airline patterns: direct and 1-stop options vary by season via ADD/DOH/NBO
• Best booking window: 8–16+ weeks for long-haul/leisure peaks; 3–8 weeks for regional business.
• Peak price drivers: SA school holidays, big events, and conference calendars.

How to win this route (strategy)

Safari connectors, conference timing, hub quality (ADD/NBO/KGL), visa/transit checks.

Practical tactics before you buy

• Morning landings beat registration lines for conferences; red-eyes help if you rest well onboard.
• For safari links, respect soft-bag and weight rules; avoid tight hub transfers.
• Transit documentation can change—verify requirements for your passport before departure.

Baggage & fare brands (plain English)

• Light/Basic: cabin-only; strict size/weight—add checked bag at booking if needed.
• Standard/Flex: includes checked bag(s) and easier changes—often cheaper than add-ons later.
• Special items: sports/photo/cargo samples—check airline rules and prebook allowances.

Connections & hub quality

• Prefer same-terminal connections above MCT; avoid last flight of the day for self-connects.
• If a red-eye lands too early for hotel check-in, plan a lounge or short tour to bridge the gap.
• Long layover? Prioritise hubs with easier transfers and good wayfinding.

On-arrival logistics — Addis Ababa

• Arrange hotel transfers in advance for late-night arrivals; confirm meeting district travel times.
• If connecting to safari flights, confirm soft-bag weight rules and airstrip timing.
• Keep hotel address and proof of onward travel for immigration forms.

Documents & health (verify official guidance)

• Check entry visa requirements for your passport and any transit hubs.
• Ensure passport validity and blank pages meet the destination’s standards.
• Verify any health entry requirements per official sources.
• Consider travel insurance covering medical care and trip changes.

Book smarter on FMLT

• Search /flights/johannesburg-to-addis-ababa/ and add travellers/dates.
• Filter by bags, time of day, stops and fare flexibility.
• Compare fare brands line-by-line; include what you’ll need up-front.
• Secure checkout via major cards or instant EFT; your confirmation includes airline record locators.