The national airline of the UAE is fast expanding the list of destinations it connects to. Just recently, Etihad launched direct Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa flights, marking its debut in Ethiopia. This is a significant update for tourists on both sides of the route.
The inaugural Etihad Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa flights operated at full capacity in both directions, reflecting a strong demand. The launch of these daily direct flights helps passengers in the UAE better access Ethiopia, one of the most popular tourist destinations on the continent.
Ethiopia is home to a number of cultural attractions, such as the National Museum of Ethiopia and the Holy Trinity Cathedral. You can also experience the Merkato, the largest open-air market globally. From heritage to hospitality and modern energy, there are innumerable things to do in Ethiopia for people of all ages and preferences. Etihad is making these experiences more accessible for people in the UAE and nearby areas.
Etihad Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa route: Flight Numbers and Timings
The recently launched direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa by Etihad also make the UAE more accessible for people in Ethiopia and other nearby regions. The UAE capital is home to a number of incredible experiences. You can find a lot of cultural attractions in Abu Dhabi, luxury and comfort in nearby Dubai and plenty of opportunities for camping in Ras al Khaimah, another Emirate close to Abu Dhabi. The reasons to book the flights are almost endless.
a. Daily Etihad Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa flight schedule
On the Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa route, board your Etihad flight (EY 0727) at Zayed International Airport at 9 am. The flight lands in Ethiopia on the same day at 12:35 pm local time. You can expect a really comfortable and safe journey.
b. Daily Etihad Addis Ababa to Abu Dhabi flight schedule
For passengers boarding Addis Ababa to Abu Dhabi flights, here is the schedule. Board Etihad’s EY 0728 from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport at 1:55 pm and land at the bustling Abu Dhabi Airport at 7:15 pm on the same day. This flight runs each day.
Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines codeshare partnership for greater passenger benefits
In addition to the inaugural Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa flights, 2025 also marks the deepening partnership Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines share. Under the Joint Venture, the airlines are coordinating schedules and jointly developing routes, offering passengers more comfort and choices – ensuring a smoother and more connected travel experience.
Through the partnership, Etihad passengers get access to more than 55 destinations across 33 countries in Africa through Ethiopian’s hub in Addis Ababa. Similarly, Ethiopian Airlines passengers get easy access through Abu Dhabi to more than 20 destinations across the globe. Tourists on both sides of the Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa route can expect a lot of seamlessness.
Etihad is gradually increasing its presence in Africa. You can expect more Abu Dhabi to Nairobi flights by the end of 2025. Etihad Abu Dhabi to Casablanca and Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg flights are also getting a significant boost. Fresh destinations are joining in, too, such as Tunis and Algiers.
Building on this momentum, the UAE national airline is planning to begin Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar flights in June 2026 in the form of seasonal summer flights. Etihad is expanding its presence globally. The recent Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa flights mark Etihad’s tenth destination in 2025. You can expect 20 more routes to be added later this year and in 2026.
One destination at a time!
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