The first flight was welcomed at a reception attended by senior officials and representatives from both sides.
Ethiopian Airlines currently operates four flights per week between Addis Abababore International Airport and Sharjah Airport on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, leaving Sharjah on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and is tied to Addis Ababa.
Strategic routes to strengthen trade and investment ties with Africa
His Ali Salim Al Midfa (SAA) chairman emphasized that this strategic partnership with the Ethiopian National Airlines will collapse in line with the airport's ongoing efforts to expand its network of destinations and connect Sharjah with major emerging markets. He noted that this coincided with increasing demand for regional and international travel, supported by the airport's ambitious expansion strategies and development projects, aimed at increasing total passenger capacity to 25 million people each year by the end of 2027.
He added: Integrated Travel Experience – strengthens the status of Sharjah Airport as a hub for a well-known region. ”
Support investment, tourism, diplomacy and socioeconomics
“We are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are a great place to go,” said Mesfin Tasew, group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines. “We have been linking passengers to additional UAE holidays with new flights to Sharjah, connecting the UAE with Africa for nearly 50 years, with the new services increasing the bond between investment, tourism, Diplomatic, and Diplomatic, and Diplomatic.”
An integrated services ecosystem that supports airline and partner goals
Sharjah Airport Authority continues to strengthen its offerings to attract global aviation by providing a comprehensive service ecosystem tailored to meet the evolving needs and goals of aviation partners. These services are consistent with the best global practices in the aviation industry and reflect the latest airport technologies and systems.
As recognized as one of the leading airlines in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines operates flights to 142 international destinations, both passenger and freight, and is known for its operational efficiency and compliance with the highest global safety and quality standards.
