Ethiopian Airlines has announced its plan to launch a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, via Geneva, Switzerland, starting from 02 July 2026.
With the addition of Lyon, Ethiopian Airlines will expand its network in France to three destinations, alongside Paris and Marseille, further strengthening its presence in the country and across Europe, while enhancing connectivity to and from the region by providing seamless connections to its customers.
Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, said, “We are delighted to expand our presence in France with the addition of Lyon to our extensive global network.
“France has long been a key market for Ethiopian Airlines, and with over five decades of connecting the country to Africa and beyond, we remain committed to strengthening our services to/from France and the region, facilitating trade, tourism, and people-to-people ties.
“Beyond enhancing connectivity, this new route provides our passengers with seamless access to destinations across our worldwide network, reaffirming our commitment to offering reliable, convenient, and high-quality travel experiences.
