Ethiopian Airlines to launch 5th route to India

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, is set to enhance connectivity between Africa and India by introducing direct flights between Addis Ababa (ADD, Ethiopia) and Hyderabad (HYD, India) starting June 16, 2025. This new route will be Ethiopian Airlines’ fifth destination in India, complementing existing services to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.

Flight Details

Flights from Addis Ababa to Hyderabad will operate as flight ET682, departing Ethiopia every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday with flight durations of around 6 hours.

The return leg frim Hyderabad to Addis Ababa will operate as flight ET683 departing every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday with flight duration estimated to be 6 hours and 30 minutes.

All flights will be operated using Boeing 737 MAX-8 aircraft, each configured with a total of 160 seats with 16 business class seats and 144 Economy Class seats.

Strategic Importance of the Route

Hyderabad, often referred to as the “City of Pearls,” has emerged as a significant economic and technological hub in India. The introduction of direct flights between Addis Ababa and Hyderabad marks the first non-stop air link between this Indian city and Africa, facilitating enhanced trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges.

This new service also expands Ethiopian Airlines’ presence in India, making Hyderabad the fifth destination in the country after Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai. The airline’s extensive network offers passengers seamless connections to various destinations across Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

The demand for air travel between India and Africa has been on the rise, driven by increasing trade relations, investments, and tourism. In 2023, approximately 80,000 passengers traveled between Hyderabad and African nations, highlighting the need for improved connectivity. Ethiopian Airlines’ new route is poised to meet this demand, offering travelers more convenient options for direct flights between the two regions.