ADDIS ABABA, Feb. 28 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's leading carrier, has announced the launch of a new passenger flight service to Porto, Portugal.
The airline said on Friday in a statement that the new service, operating four times a week with a single stop in Madrid, Spain, will begin on July 2.
Ethiopian Airlines said the new route aims to expand travel options and enhance seamless connectivity for passengers, reinforcing the airline's regional growth across Europe.
Mesfin Tasew, group chief executive officer of Ethiopian Airlines, emphasized the airline's commitment to broadening its network and improving connectivity. "We are thrilled to expand our network to Porto, Portugal, a vibrant city with rich cultural heritage and economic significance," Tasew said.
With this new passenger service, Ethiopian Airlines strengthens its position in the region while fostering closer ties between the two countries and beyond, the statement said.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines operates about 140 weekly passenger flights to 22 destinations across Europe and serves eight cargo destinations in the region.
