Ethiopian Airlines, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, has announced that it will resume its direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Atlanta starting
May 21, 2026, after a temporary interruption of the route since February 2026.
The resumption further restores a key connection between Africa and the United States for business and leisure travellers.
The service will reconnect Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), providing customers with greater flexibility and convenient access between Atlanta and the vast Ethiopian network.
Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, noted: “Atlanta is one of the most vibrant markets in the United States, and Ethiopian Airlines is delighted to bring this route back into its network.
“The route serves growing demand from business travellers, members of the African diaspora, and tourists seeking convenient access to destinations across the African continent.”
The reintroduction of the Atlanta route further enhances the airline’s role as a vital bridge linking Africa with the rest of the world.
