Addis Ababa to Nairobi flights
Direct and connecting flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi take?
Flight time from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?
Airline availability for ADD to NBO changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ADD to NBO varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Ethiopian Airlines5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Kenya Airways5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Ethiopian Airlines | 7 sightings | No recorded events |
| Kenya Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ADD → NBO
ADD to NBO is a short-haul route of 1,164 km (723 mi). See the return NBO → ADD route.
Alternative airports near Addis Ababa: Debre Zeyit (QHR) — 37 km.
Alternative airports near Nairobi: Nairobi (WIL) — 13 km, NYERI (NYE) — 106 km.