Ethiopian Airlines announced Tuesday that it will resume service to one of North America’s busiest airports.
The carrier suspended service between Addis Ababa and Atlanta in early February amid reports of poor financial performance. Officials said at the time that the route would resume in June, but that date has been pushed up, and service to Atlanta is now expected to restart on May 21.
“Atlanta is one of the most vibrant markets in the United States, and Ethiopian Airlines is delighted to bring this route back into its network,” Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said in a news release. “The route serves growing demand from business travelers, members of the African diaspora, and tourists seeking convenient access to destinations across the African continent.”
The airline did not elaborate on its reasons for suspending the route back in February.
Ethiopian first launched service between Addis Ababa and Atlanta in 2023. The connection is the only one between Atlanta and East Africa.
Tickets are now available for purchase on Ethiopian’s website.
