Top 10 Foreign Carriers with the Most Flights to & From Addis Ababa

The Foreign Carriers with the Most Flights to & from Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is the most crucial airport in Ethiopia. It is the gateway for numerous international and domestic flights in the national capital and is vital to the Ethiopian aviation industry and economy.

Ethiopian Airlines, the country’s flag carrier, has the most significant presence at the airport. However, other airlines also have a considerable presence. Plenty of other airlines service ADD from all over the world.

Kenya Airways takes first place and has the most flights to Addis by a large margin. The airline operates 101 monthly flights to Addis Ababa from all over Kenya. Saudi Arabia, Fly Dubai, Egypt, and Emirates, with which Ethiopia has close cultural and economic ties, have a significant presence. At the same time, Turkish and Qatar Airlines also have a marked presence in Addis.

Ethiopia’s aviation industry has undergone a remarkable transformation, with the country’s national carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, leading the charge. While Addis Ababa’s Bole International Airport has long been a vital hub for international air travel, the recent news that a major global aerospace company has chosen Ethiopia as the location for its new Africa headquarters signals a seismic shift in the industry. The city’s airport has become a hub of global connectivity, with numerous foreign airlines, including regional players and global giants, establishing a significant presence there, offering a diverse array of flights and seat capacity to and from the city, showcasing its versatility and adaptability. This influx of international carriers underscores Addis Ababa’s growing importance as the leading aviation hub in Africa. EBR

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