Ethiopian Airlines is set to further expand its African network with the launch of a daily flight service to Port Sudan, commencing on October 1, 2024. This strategic new route highlights the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and fostering socio-economic development across the continent. By connecting Port Sudan, a crucial Red Sea port city, to its extensive global network, Ethiopian Airlines aims to boost trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between Sudan and the wider world.
The new service provides travelers with seamless connections between Ethiopia and Sudan, while also offering convenient links for passengers across Ethiopian Airlines’ vast network. This route is designed to meet the growing demands of the African market, and to create new opportunities for businesses and communities.
Flight ET350 will depart from Addis Ababa daily at 11:00, arriving in Port Sudan at 12:15. The return flight, ET351, will leave Port Sudan at 14:15 and arrive in Addis Ababa at 17:30. Both legs of the journey will be operated using the advanced Boeing 737 Max, ensuring a comfortable and efficient experience for passengers.
“We are pleased to connect our Sudanese brothers and sisters from Port Sudan to Addis Ababa, and to the rest of the world using our extensive global network,” said Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines. “By introducing daily flights to Port Sudan, we are bridging cultures and economies. This expansion is a testament to our unwavering dedication to serve our continent and its people, driving progress and prosperity through the skies.”
With the addition of Port Sudan, Ethiopian Airlines now serves 66 destinations within Africa, strengthening its leadership as one of the continent’s foremost carriers. Port Sudan’s strategic location along the Red Sea makes it a critical hub for commerce, offering travelers and businesses access to the city’s growing economic and cultural opportunities.
Ethiopian Airlines invites passengers to experience the charm and diversity of its newest destination, Port Sudan. To book your flight and learn more, visit Ethiopian Airlines’ website or contact your local office.
