Addis Ababa: Ethiopian Airlines, a leading African airline, has announced the launch of a new passenger flight service to Porto, Portugal.
The airline said Friday in a statement that the new service, which opens four times a week at one stop in Madrid, Spain, will begin on July 2.
Ethiopian Airlines aims to expand travel options and increase passenger seamless connectivity, and to enhance airline regional growth across Europe.
Mesfin Tasew, group chief executive of Ethiopian Airlines, highlighted the airline's commitment to expanding its network and improving connectivity.
“We are thrilled to expand our network into Portugal, a vibrant city with rich cultural heritage and economic significance,” Tasew said.
The new passenger service says Ethiopian Airlines is enhancing its position in the region while promoting close ties between the two countries and beyond.
Currently, Ethiopian airlines operate around 140 passenger flights each week to 22 destinations across Europe, offering eight cargo destinations in the region.
