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Ethiopian Airlines

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About the Airline

What Kind of Airline Is Ethiopian Airlines?

Ethiopian Airlines is the national airline of Ethiopia, owned by the Ethiopian government. It made its first flight in 1946 and is now Africa’s largest airline, flying from its hub at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to more than 150 destinations.

From the UK it flies non-stop to Addis Ababa every day from London Heathrow Terminal 2 and four times a week from London Gatwick. Daily Manchester flights stop in Geneva or Marseille on the way. In Addis Ababa you can change planes for Nairobi, Lagos, Accra, Johannesburg and the rest of Africa, all on one ticket.

Full-service airlineHub: Addis Ababa ADDStar Alliance memberShebaMiles rewards

~8 hrsnon-stop London to Addis Ababa

3UK airports: Heathrow, Gatwick & Manchester

150+destinations on its network

1946year Ethiopian made its first flight

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Where Ethiopian Can Take You

Ethiopian flies non-stop from London Heathrow and Gatwick to Addis Ababa, and from Manchester with a short stop. Change planes there for West, East and Southern Africa.

A lake and fountain at Friendship Park with the Addis Ababa skyline behind

Direct flight

Ethiopian’s main UK route

London to Addis Ababa

A daily non-stop flight from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Ethiopian’s hub at Addis Ababa Bole. Visit Ethiopia’s highland capital, or change planes for cities right across Africa.

Directno change of plane~8 hrsflight timeDailyfrom London Heathrow

Get a quote to Addis AbabaAlso non-stop from Gatwick, 4 days a week

Popular connections via Addis AbabaOne ticket, one change of plane

Ethiopian network

150+destinations on its network

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Onward times are approximate and from Addis Ababa. Add about 8 hours from London plus your connection. Schedules change, so we confirm times before you book.

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Which Ethiopian Option Do You Need?

Every Ethiopian Economy ticket already includes two 23kg bags. Switch on what you need and we’ll show you whether Economy, an extra‑legroom seat or Cloud Nine Business suits you best.

What do you need on this trip?

Every Economy ticket includes two 23kg checked bags, a 7kg cabin bag and meals on board.

Your best Ethiopian option

Economy

Two 23kg bags, a 7kg cabin bag and a free standard seat.

What's included

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Based on Ethiopian’s published baggage and seat rules. Change and refund rules depend on the fare you book, so we confirm them before you pay.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about flying Ethiopian Airlines from the UK: airports, baggage, seats, visas and the latest flight status.

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Which UK airports does Ethiopian Airlines fly from?

Ethiopian flies non-stop to Addis Ababa every day from London Heathrow Terminal 2, and four times a week from London Gatwick North Terminal. It also flies from Manchester every day, with a short stop in Geneva or Marseille on the way. All flights land at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), Ethiopian's hub, where you can connect to the rest of its network.

How long is the flight from London to Addis Ababa?

The non-stop flight takes about 7 hours 45 minutes from Heathrow and about 7.5 hours from Gatwick. From Manchester the journey takes about 9.5 hours, including the stop. Ethiopia is 3 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 2 hours ahead during British Summer Time.

What is the Ethiopian Airlines baggage allowance?

Ethiopian's standard Economy allowance is two 23kg checked bags, each up to 158 cm in total (length + width + height), plus one 7kg cabin bag of up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and small personal items. In Cloud Nine Business Class you can take two 7kg cabin bags, and three 23kg or two 32kg checked bags, depending on the route. Your exact allowance is shown on your ticket, and we confirm it before you pay.

Can I choose my seat for free on Ethiopian?

Yes, on most fares you can choose a standard seat at no extra cost. Preferred seats, such as front-row, bulkhead and exit-row seats with extra legroom, cost a little extra, and exit rows can't be given to children. If you want to sit together, tell us when you ask for a quote.

Do I need a visa for Ethiopia?

Only if you leave the airport. British citizens need a visa to visit Ethiopia, and you should apply online for a 30-day single-entry tourist e-visa before you travel. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after you arrive. If you're just changing planes in Addis Ababa and stay airside, you don't need a visa.

Where can I fly on to from Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is Ethiopian's hub, with flights to more than 150 destinations. From the UK you can change planes there on one ticket for cities such as Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Johannesburg, Harare, Zanzibar and Cape Town. Some routes only fly a few times a week, so we find the best connection for your dates.

Is Ethiopian Airlines part of Star Alliance?

Yes. Ethiopian joined Star Alliance in December 2011, and it's Africa's largest airline. Its frequent flyer programme is ShebaMiles, and you can also earn miles on other Star Alliance airlines.

Is Ethiopian Airlines flying normally right now?

Yes, Ethiopian's flights from the UK to Addis Ababa are running as normal. Within Ethiopia, flights to the Tigray region were suspended in late September 2026 because of fighting there. Flights to Mekelle restarted on 11 October, but Shire and Axum are still suspended. As of 19 October 2026, the FCDO does not advise against travel to Addis Ababa, but it does advise against travel to Tigray, Amhara and several border areas, and recommends using airport transport arranged by your hotel or travel company. We check the latest status before you book and again before you fly.

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