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Ethiopian Airlines
About
Ethiopian Airlines, established in 1945, is the state-owned flag carrier of Ethiopia, operating from its hub at Addis Ababa's Bole International Airport. As Africa's largest airline, it serves 161 passenger destinations and 68 cargo destinations worldwide. The airline boasts a modern fleet of 167 aircraft, including Boeing 787s, 777s, and Airbus A350s. A member of the Star Alliance since 2011, Ethiopian Airlines offers the ShebaMiles frequent flyer program. The airline is wholly owned by the Ethiopian government and is a subsidiary of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, which is wholly owned by Ethiopian Investment Holdings, the sovereign wealth fund of Ethiopia.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Economy class passengers are allowed one checked bag up to 23 kg; business class passengers are allowed two checked bags up to 23 kg each.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased as excess baggage, subject to availability and additional fees.
Luggage storage
Ethiopian Airlines offers checked baggage services for storing luggage during flights.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary based on fare type; fees may apply for changes or cancellations.
Pregnant on board
Pregnant passengers are allowed to fly up to 36 weeks gestation; medical clearance may be required after 28 weeks.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors aged 5-11 can travel with Ethiopian Airlines; parental consent and additional fees apply.
Amenities on board the airplane
Food sold onboard
Complimentary meals and beverages are provided on most flights, with special meals available upon request.
Seat reservation
Seat selection may incur additional fees, depending on the fare type and seat location.
Toilets
Accessibility
Ethiopian Airlines provides services for passengers with reduced mobility, including assistance during boarding and deboarding.
Bikes
Bicycles are accepted as checked baggage if properly packed and subject to additional fees.
Pets
Pets are allowed in the cabin if they meet size and weight restrictions; otherwise, they must travel as cargo.
Cabin reservation
Private cabin reservations are available on certain aircraft for an additional fee.
Entertaiment on board
Popular routes
Ethiopian Airlines flight tickets
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- Ethiopian Airlines7:45 PM1h05Oslo Airport Gardermoen8:50 PMStockholm Arlanda Airport$1221One-way0 transfers
Popular Ethiopian Airlines routes
Tokyo to Seoul flight
from $99
Direct flights available
1h59 average duration
29flights per day
Served by
- Korean Air
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- peach aviation
- All Nippon Airways
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- Jeju Air
Addis Ababa to Frankfurt am Main flight
from $484
Direct flights available
7h20 average duration
18flights per day
Served by
- Ethiopian Airlines
- saudi airlines
- Turkish Airlines
Stockholm to Oslo flight
from $72
Direct flights available
1h00 average duration
59flights per day
Served by
- Sas Airways
- Cityjet
- Air Baltic
- regional jet
- Norwegian Air Shuttle
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Eurowings
Buenos Aires to São Paulo, SP flight
from $169
Direct flights available
2h25 average duration
103flights per day
Served by
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- flybondi
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Latam Airlines
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- Swiss
Seoul to Tokyo flight
from $61
Direct flights available
2h05 average duration
30flights per day
Served by
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Asiana
- peach aviation
- Aerok
- Korean Air
- Jeju Air
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- Air Seoul
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Vienna to Copenhagen flight
from $41
Direct flights available
1h40 average duration
54flights per day
Served by
- Sas Airways
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Air Baltic
- Lot Polish Airlines
- Buzz
- Ryanair
- Austrian Airlines
- KLM
- Swiss
- Lufthansa
- Lufthansa Cityline
- Air Serbia
- Malta Air
Zurich to Milan flight
from $139
Direct flights available
0h55 average duration
44flights per day
Served by
- Edelweiss Air
- Vueling
- Helvetic Airways
- Air Baltic
- Swiss
- Eurowings
- Austrian Airlines
- ITA
- Air Dolomiti
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Addis Ababa flight
from $497
Direct flights available
6h50 average duration
21flights per day
Served by
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Qatar Airways
- Turkish Airlines
- saudi airlines
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur flight
from $64
Direct flights available
1h00 average duration
38flights per day
Served by
- Firefly
- Malaysia Airlines
- AirAsia
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- Ethiopian Airlines
- scoot
- Batik Air Malaysia
- Singapore Airlines
- Cosmic Singapore Express
Oslo to Stockholm flight
from $68
Direct flights available
0h55 average duration
60flights per day
Served by
- braathens regional aviation
- Cityjet
- Norwegian Air Shuttle
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Ethiopian Airlines FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with Ethiopian Airlines: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

Ethiopian Airlines offers free meals or snacks on board their flights.
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Ethiopian Airlines charges vary for seat selection depending on the route and cabin class, but Business Class passengers receive free seat selection.
Strollers and car seats are free to check with Ethiopian Airlines.
To request special assistance for reduced mobility when traveling with NotDefined, ensure that "accessibility=TRUE" is acknowledged, allowing for the provision of necessary resources and services during your journey.
Refundable tickets with Ethiopian Airlines can be cancelled for a full refund minus a cancellation fee, while non-refundable tickets cannot be cancelled.
Yes, in-flight entertainment options are available with Ethiopian Airlines.
Overweight or oversized baggage fees with Ethiopian Airlines can be managed by purchasing additional baggage online or at the airport, with fees varying depending on the route.
Ethiopian Airlines' carry-on allowance allows Economy Class passengers to bring 1 piece up to 23kg, while Business Class passengers can bring 2 pieces up to 32kg each.
Ethiopian Airlines offers an Unaccompanied Minor Service for children aged 5-11, which needs to be booked in advance, while children aged 12-17 are allowed to travel alone.
Name changes on a ticket are not allowed by Ethiopian Airlines.
Yes, NotDefined allows pets to be brought onboard, reflecting their pet-friendly policy.
Pregnant women can fly with Ethiopian Airlines up to 32 weeks without a medical certificate, while a medical certificate is required for travel between 32 and 36 weeks.
Yes, you can charge your devices on board Ethiopian Airlines as they provide USB plugs for passengers to use during the flight.
Ethiopian Airlines allows passengers to travel with sports equipment and musical instruments, but specific policies regarding size, weight, and additional fees may apply. It is recommended to check with Ethiopian Airlines directly for detailed guidelines and requirements for carrying such items on your flight.
Wi-Fi is not available on NotDefined flights.
airport information
Most popular Ethiopian Airlines airports
Amenities at airport
information
Distance to city center
6 kmCar connection
Bole Road, Exit to AirportWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
Shopping
- Shops available, located in the departure area, including duty-free and souvenir shops
Parking
- Parking available at the airport, short-term parking is approximately 0.95€ ($1) per hour
Dining
- Restaurants available; located in the departure area, offering Ethiopian and intertiol cuisine.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available throughout the airport
Hotel
- Hotels within walking distance, Skylight Hotel is nearby.
Shower
- Showers available in some lounges; typically included in lounge access fees
Lounge
- Lounges available, Ethiopian Airlines Cloud Nine Lounge offers amenities for business class travelers
Lost and Found Office
- Lost and Found located in the arrivals area
Car Rental
- Car rental services available in the arrivals area
Public transit options for Addis Ababa
- Bus Line 1, Bole Dildiy, 6 km
Amenities at airport
information
Car connection
E4, Exit 181Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
Shopping
- Shops in all terminals, including Duty-Free and fashion stores like H&M
Parking
- Parking available, approximately 3.4€ (SEK 40) per hour
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available throughout the airport
Shower
- Yes
Lounge
- Lounges available in Terminal 5, including SAS Lounge and Menzies Aurora Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Located in Terminal 5
Public transit options for Stockholm Arlanda Airport
- Bus: Flygbussarna, SL
- Train: Arlanda Express, SJ Regional
Amenities at airport
information
Car connection
E16 highway, exit 51.Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
Shopping
- Shops located in both terminals, includes Duty-Free and fashion stores like H&M
Parking
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 4.3€ (NOK 50) per hour
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities
Shower
- Yes
Lounge
- Lounges available, including SAS Lounge and OSL Lounge, access may require membership or fee
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the arrivals area, managed by Avinor Service Center
Public transit options for Oslo Airport Gardermoen
- Train: L12, R10, F1
- Bus: 420, 815
Ethiopian Airlines destinations
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