Addis Ababa–Hanoi Route Debuts as Ethiopian Airlines Expands into Vietnam

(IN SHORT) On 10 July 2025, Ethiopian Airlines commenced a four-times-weekly Addis Ababa–Hanoi passenger service, its first into Vietnam and 20th Asian destination. The inaugural event at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel featured government and diplomatic figures alongside CEO Mesfin Tasew. Flights operate with a one-stop in Dhaka, integrating seamlessly into Ethiopian’s network of 28 Asian destinations and 190+ weekly frequencies. The new route aims to deepen Africa–Southeast Asia relations, enhance tourism and trade, and strengthen cultural and business links.

(PRESS RELEASE) ADDIS ABABA, 2025-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier and one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, has inaugurated a new four-times-weekly passenger service connecting Addis Ababa with Hanoi, the dynamic capital of Vietnam. The launch ceremony at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel welcomed government dignitaries, diplomatic envoys, and Ethiopian Airlines executives, including Group CEO Mesfin Tasew.

This Hanoi route represents Ethiopian Airlines’ first passenger link to Vietnam and its 20th Asian destination, reinforcing the airline’s strategic push into Southeast Asia and fostering stronger Africa–Asia ties. Flights will operate via a single technical stop in Dhaka, Bangladesh, offering seamless onward connections across Ethiopian’s extensive global network.

Mesfin Tasew remarked, “We are thrilled to commence services to Hanoi—a city celebrated for its cultural heritage and economic vitality. This new connection advances our mission to unite Africa with the world and builds a bridge for enhanced cooperation between Africa and Southeast Asia. Backed by our modern fleet and award-winning service, we anticipate this route will boost tourism, trade, and people-to-people exchanges.”

With existing operations to 28 destinations in Asia and over 190 weekly flights, Ethiopian Airlines is among the most connected African carriers in the region. By adding Hanoi, the airline expands its role as a key facilitator of intercontinental travel, culture, and commerce.

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SOURCE: Ethiopian Airlines