‍DALLAS — Africa’s largest carrier, Ethiopian Airlines (ET) will begin flying from its Addis Ababa (ADD) hub to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) on November 1.

Ethiopia’s flag carrier will offer six flights a week to DAC. This service will be operated with a state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner, offering passengers a comfortable and seamless travel experience.

Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesfin Tasew said Bangladesh is a dynamic and growing market, and ET is confident that this new flight will serve a growing number of passengers.

“By deploying our state-of-the-art aircraft on this route, we are not only offering our passengers the comfort they deserve but also fostering stronger ties between Africa and Asia,” Tasew said. 

Expansion into South Asia

This new route will strengthen ET's presence in South Asia, providing convenient connections between Bangladesh and key destinations across Africa and beyond. 

Ethiopians already offer scheduled services to various destinations in South Asia. It currently operates flights to Bengaluru (BLR), Chennai (MAA), Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM) and Karachi (KHI). ET is set to expand its vibrant South Asian network by adding DAC to this list. 

“Our new service to Dhaka is a testament to Ethiopian Airlines' enduring vision of expanding horizons and creating bridges across continents,” Tasew said.

ET has been providing cargo and logistics services to Bangladesh’s capital for some time. The carrier’s new passenger service between ADD and DAC is set to contribute significantly to both countries' socio-economic ties.