Africa’s largest carrier, Ethiopian Airlines will officially resume its direct passenger service between Addis Ababa (ADD) and Atlanta (ATL) on May 21, 2026.
The route was temporarily suspended in February 2026 due to strategic network shifts and fluctuating demand. According to a statement by the airline, the resumption further restores a key connection between Africa and the United States for business and leisure travelers.
The service will reconnect Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), providing customers with greater flexibility and convenient access between Atlanta and the vast Ethiopian network.
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Commenting on the service resumption, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew noted, “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.
The route serves growing demand from business travelers, members of the African diaspora, and tourists seeking convenient access to destinations across the African continent.”
Atlanta serves as a major economic and cultural center in the United States and hosts 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 multiple destinations across the US and continues to strengthen its transatlantic network as part of its long-term growth strategy. The reintroduction of the Atlanta route further enhances the airline’s role as a vital bridge linking Africa with the rest of the world. Tickets are available through Ethiopian Airlines’ website, mobile app, global ticket offices, Global Customer interaction Centers and authorized travel agents.
