What is the cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa is to bus via Katima Mulilo which costs $210 - $290 and takes 4 days 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa?

The fastest way to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa is to fly which takes 9h 23m and costs $450 - $1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Windhoek and Addis Ababa?

No, there is no direct bus from Windhoek to Addis Ababa. However, there are services departing from Windhoek and arriving at Addis Ababa via Katima Mulilo, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 1h.

How far is it from Windhoek to Addis Ababa?

The distance between Windhoek and Addis Ababa is 4252 km. The road distance is 5639.1 km.

How do I travel from Windhoek to Addis Ababa without a car?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa without a car is to bus via Katima Mulilo which takes 4 days 1h and costs $210 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa?

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windhoek to Addis Ababa bus from?

Windhoek to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Windhoek station.

Bus or fly from Windhoek to Addis Ababa?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa is to fly which takes 9h 23m and costs $450 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can bus via Katima Mulilo, which costs $210 - $290 and takes 4 days 1h.

Where does the Windhoek to Addis Ababa bus arrive?

Windhoek to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Katima Mulilo station.

What is the time difference between Windhoek and Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is 1h ahead of Windhoek. It is currently 7:51 PM in Windhoek and 8:51 PM in Addis Ababa.

Can I drive from Windhoek to Addis Ababa?

Yes, the driving distance between Windhoek to Addis Ababa is 5639 km. It takes approximately 3 days 8h to drive from Windhoek to Addis Ababa.

Where can I stay near Addis Ababa?

There are 367+ hotels available in Addis Ababa.

Windhoek to Addis Ababa - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)plane WDH - ADD
9h 23m
$453–1,416
Bus via Katima Mulilo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Katima Mulilobus
2. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Lusakabus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
5. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
4d 1h
$211–282
Drive 5,639.1 km
1. Drive from Windhoek to Addis Ababacar 5,639.1 km
3d 8h
$655–946
Bus
1. Take the bus from Soweto Market to RoadPortbus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
5d 2h
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
6d 6h
$347–480

Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) flights

14Weekly Planes

8h 2mAverage Duration

$446Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Windhoek to Addis Ababa.

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Distance: 4,252.4 km
Duration: 9h 23m

What companies run services between Windhoek, Namibia and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia?

Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windhoek to Addis Ababa via Katima Mulilo, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Nairobi, Koja, Eastleigh Terminal, and Nairobi in around 4d 1h.

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