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Ethiopian Airlines Launches New Route Between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad

Ethiopian Airlines has today announced the launch of new thrice weekly service between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad in India, with the inaugural service taking flight on Monday, June 16th.


Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates the Launch of Inaugural Service Between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad on Monday, June 16, 2025 - Courtesy Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates the Launch of Inaugural Service Between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad on Monday, June 16, 2025 - Courtesy Ethiopian Airlines

On Tuesday (June 17, 2025), Ethiopian Airlines announced the launch of new service between Addis Ababa (ADD) and Hyderabad, India (HYD).  The inaugural flight departed on Monday June 16th, and the route will now operate three times weekly.  The occasion was marked with a vibrant ceremony at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, attended by senior government officials, ambassadors, distinguished guests, and members of the aviation community.  Ethiopian flight ET 682 will depart Addis Ababa on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, while the return flight, ET 683, will takeoff from Hyderabad on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.


Speaking at Monday’s inaugural ceremony, Ethiopian Airlines Group’s CEO, Mesfin Tasew, said,


“We are pleased to commence this new passenger service to Hyderabad, the sixth destination Ethiopian operates in India.  We believe that beyond providing air transportation

service, this new flight will play a pivotal role in strengthening trade and tourism ties between the two regions.


“This route offers convenient passenger transport services, and Ethiopian will continue exploring new opportunities to expand its network in India and the region.  As the continent’s top carrier with wide connectivity and world-class service, we remain dedicated to meeting the growing demand and fostering stronger partnerships across borders.”

Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates the Launch of New Service Between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad, India on Monday, June 16, 2025 - Courtesy Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates the Launch of New Service Between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad, India on Monday, June 16, 2025 - Courtesy Ethiopian Airlines

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers over 50 dedicated passenger and cargo flights to five Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, and Chennai.


Founded in 1945, Ethiopian Airlines is the fastest growing airline in Africa.  The carrier commands the largest share of Pan-African passenger and cargo service markets and operates one of the youngest and most modern fleets in the world.  In addition to their main hub in Addis Ababa, the carrier is also pursuing a multi-hub strategy through a hub in Lomé (Togo) with ASKY, in Lilongwe (Malawi) with  Malawi Airlines, and in Lusaka (Zambia) with Zambia Airways.  Ethiopian serves over 160 destinations across five continents with a fleet of ultra-modern and fuel efficient aircraft, including Boeing 737s, 787-8/9 Dreamliners, 777-300ERs, 777-200LRs, 777-200 Freighters,  Airbus A350-900s, A350-1000s, and De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400s.

 


Source: Ethiopian Airlines

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