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Book your trip to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International, or Wilson. The distance between Addis Ababa and Nairobi is 1164 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Ethiopian Airlines, Safarilink Aviation, Egyptair, Precision Air, and Emirates. Addis Ababa and Nairobi have 119 direct flights per week.
Weekly direct flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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| Direct flights | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
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Kenya Airways on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Ethiopian Airlines on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Check-in for a flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
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| Ethiopian Airlines | ETH | ET | Yes | 0 0 |
| Safarilink Aviation | XLK | F2 | Yes | No |
| Egyptair | MSR | MS | Yes | No |
| Precision Air | PRF | PW | Yes | No |
| Emirates | UAE | EK | No | 0 0 |
Kenya COVID-19 travel restrictions
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Most travelers from Ethiopia can enter Kenya, but there are restrictions.
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Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.
Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Kenya in our dedicated Stories article.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Addis Ababa to Nairobi?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Addis Ababa and Nairobi takes around 2.2 hours.
What is the flight distance between Addis Ababa and Nairobi?
The flight distance between Addis Ababa and Nairobi is 1164 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Addis Ababa and Nairobi?
Several carriers operate flights between Addis Ababa and Nairobi. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways.
What are the most popular routes to and from Addis Ababa?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Addis Ababa and London, Melbourne, Perth, Manchester, Sydney, Adelaide, Dubai, Lamu, Palma, Majorca, Calgary, Brisbane, Taipei, Manila, Istanbul, Entebbe, Auckland, Tallinn, Dar es Salaam, Kochi, Chennai.
What are the most popular routes to and from Nairobi?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Nairobi and Mombasa, London, Malindi, Kisumu, Ukunda, Entebbe, Eldoret, Singapore, Lamu, Johannesburg, Juba, Kigali, New Delhi, Zanzibar, Bangkok, Durban, Dubai, Paris, Port Elizabeth, Victoria Falls.
What airports are near Addis Ababa?
The main airport in Addis Ababa is Addis Ababa Bole International. It is also served by Addis Ababa Bole International, Awasa.
What airports are near Nairobi?
The main airport in Nairobi is Jomo Kenyatta International. It is also served by Arusha, Amboseli, Nanyuki.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Addis Ababa and Nairobi?
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