Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it will resume its direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Atlanta starting May 21, 2026. This follows a temporary interruption of the route since February 2026. The resumption restores an important connection between Africa and the United States for both business and leisure travelers.
The service will reconnect Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), offering customers greater flexibility and more convenient access between Atlanta and Ethiopian Airlines' extensive network.
Commenting on the return of the service, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said that Atlanta is one of the most vibrant markets in the United States, and the airline is pleased to bring the route back. He noted that the service meets growing demand from business travelers, members of the African diaspora, and tourists seeking easier access to destinations across Africa.
Atlanta is a major economic and cultural hub in the United States and is home to one of the largest African diaspora communities in the country. The renewed service will provide convenient travel options for passengers connecting to cities across the southeastern United States, as well as onward destinations throughout Africa via Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines currently operates flights to several destinations across the United States and continues to strengthen its transatlantic network as part of its long-term growth strategy. The return of the Atlanta route further reinforces the airline's role as a key link between Africa and the rest of the world.
Tickets are available through Ethiopian Airlines' website, mobile app, global ticket offices, customer interaction centers, and authorized travel agents.
