Ethiopian Airlines to Launch New Passenger Service to Hanoi, Vietnam

Ethiopian Airlines to Launch New Passenger Service to Hanoi, Vietnam

Addis Ababa, 18 March 2025

Ethiopian Airlines, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, and one of the world’s fastest-growing airline brands, is delighted to announce the commencement of a new four times weekly passenger service to Hanoi, Vietnam, starting from 10 July 2025. This new route will further enhance Ethiopian Airlines' global connectivity and provide convenient travel options for passengers traveling between Africa and Southeast Asia.

The flight schedule is as follows:

Regarding the planned flight, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew stated, “We are pleased to expand our presence in Southeast Asia and enhance air connectivity for our customers in the region. This new route will create opportunities for stronger ties and collaborations between Vietnam and our extensive global network. We look forward to bringing our renowned service to Vietnam and further growing our presence in this dynamic market.”

The commencement of this flight will provide an essential link between Addis Ababa, Ethiopian Airlines' hub, and Hanoi, catering to both business and leisure travelers. This new service aims to enhance trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between Vietnam and Ethiopia, while also facilitating connections to Ethiopian Airlines' extensive network across Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

This new route enhances global connectivity by providing a direct link between Africa and Southeast Asia, reinforcing Ethiopian Airlines' strategic expansion. It strengthens Ethiopian's position as the largest and most connected airline in Africa, offering seamless travel to various destinations via Addis Ababa. Additionally, it boosts trade and investment opportunities between Vietnam and African nations, while offering passengers more efficient one-stop connections. This move further solidifies Ethiopian Airlines' global footprint and market competitiveness, making it a key player in the Asia-Africa aviation corridor.

About Ethiopian

Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is a true African success story, transforming a visionary dream into a globally renowned reality for nearly eight decades. Operating flights to more than 160 domestic and international passenger, and cargo destinations across five continents, Ethiopian bridges the gaps between Africa and the world. Emphasizing passenger comfort and environmental sustainability, Ethiopian utilizes ultra-modern aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, A350-1000 and De Havilland Q400.

Ethiopian, the Star Alliance member airline, champions in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for seven consecutive years, APEX ‘Best Overall in Africa’ award and ‘Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport’ Award among others. Ethiopian aims to further excel in its success through a strategic plan dubbed ‘Vision 2035’ and become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world. Embracing a Pan-African spirit, Ethiopian is pursuing multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines, in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways, and in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Air Congo.

For more information, visit our website at  www.ethiopianairlines.com  email us at CorporateCommunication@ethiopianairlines.com , or call us at (251-11)517-8913/8165/8907.