Explore the latest Ethiopian Airlines (ET) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Ethiopian Airlines (ET) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Ethiopian Airlines was established on December 21, 1945, and began operations on April 8, 1946. The company is Ethiopia's flagship airline. The company is headquartered at Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company's main hub in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Lomé-Tokoin International Airport is the secondary hub for Ethiopian Airlines. The airline is the largest airline in Africa regarding the number of passengers carried, fleet size, and revenue. Ethiopian Airlines serves 127 passengers routes and 58 cargo routes. The company's fleet consists of 130 planes.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADD to LHR | Addis Ababa to London | 8h 5m | 7 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to IST | Addis Ababa to Istanbul | 5h 45m | 7 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to DME | Addis Ababa to DME | 8h 10m | 6 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to ARN | Addis Ababa to Stockholm | 8h 0m | 6 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to ATH | Addis Ababa to Athens | 5h 40m | 5 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyAirbus A350-1000 | 79 cm | 44 cm | 13 cm |
| BusinessAirbus A350-1000 | 188 cm | 51 cm | 180° |
Each passenger may carry the following items of hand luggage at no extra charge, the weight of which may not exceed 5 kg. Maximum size of hand baggage is 23 x 40 x 55 (cm). Checked-in baggage allowance: the maximum weight limit in a single bag is 32KG; the sum of three dimensions (Length + Width + Height) must not exceed 158CM
Ethiopian Airlines Baggage rulesPets (cats and dogs) may be transported in the cabin or the luggage compartment. The airline accepts dogs or cats in the cabin with a limited number (2 in economy class and 1 in business class) with the size of the box not exceeding 55X40X20 cm and not exceeding 8 kg. A pet in a container larger than 55X40X20 cm flies in the baggage compartment.
Flying with pets on Ethiopian AirlinesInfants under two years of age are allowed on flights accompanied by an adult. The child may sit on the parent's lap. If an adult accompanies more than one child under two years of age, a ticket must be purchased for the second infant.
Ethiopian Airlines Infants policyAll check-in counters are opened 3 hours before departure, and counters are closed 1 hour before departure. You can also check-in at self-service kiosks. On domestic flights, passengers must go to the check-in counter at the airport 1 hour before the scheduled departure. Passengers who check in online must be at the boarding gate 30 minutes before departure. Online check-in can be completed 24 hours before boarding.
Ethiopian Airlines Check-in rulesUnaccompanied minors aged 5 to 11 years old flying unaccompanied on domestic flights must order an accompanying service. Minors between 12 and 18 years old can travel unaccompanied (no escort service required). They need to fill out a form for unaccompanied minors.
Unaccompanied minors in Ethiopian AirlinesFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Ethiopian Airlines.
Economy allows one 7 kg piece; Business allows two, each 7 kg. The stated cabin-bag dimensions are 23 × 40 × 55 cm. A personal item must fit under the seat.
No. It is one 10 kg or 23 kg bag depending on the route. Check your itinerary. One stroller and one infant car seat are also free.
No. Each adult may accompany only one infant on Canadian routes. An additional infant needs another fare-paying adult or escort.
The website lists a charge and first-come allocation. The infant must weigh under 11 kg and meet the 67 cm length limit. Confirm arrangements with the call centre or local office.
Before ticket issuance. Include full addresses and contact details for responsible people at origin, any transfer points and the final destination.
From 48 hours to two hours before departure, with an e-ticket on an Ethiopian-operated flight. Use the operating partner’s website for partner-operated codeshares.
Use the website, not the app or social bot. Check in at most ten passengers per batch and repeat for the remainder.
Check in in itinerary order. For Nairobi–Addis Ababa–Hong Kong, complete Nairobi–Addis Ababa before the onward sector.
Report it before leaving arrivals. Repair may be offered. If instructed to arrange repair yourself, retain the repair invoice and Property Irregularity Report for reimbursement.
Report it to the airline representative at the destination airport and file a baggage claim. Track it through the website-linked mybag.aero portal. The airline contacts you to arrange delivery once found.
Explore the latest Ethiopian Airlines (ET) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Ethiopian Airlines (ET) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Ethiopian Airlines was established on December 21, 1945, and began operations on April 8, 1946. The company is Ethiopia's flagship airline. The company is headquartered at Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company's main hub in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Lomé-Tokoin International Airport is the secondary hub for Ethiopian Airlines. The airline is the largest airline in Africa regarding the number of passengers carried, fleet size, and revenue. Ethiopian Airlines serves 127 passengers routes and 58 cargo routes. The company's fleet consists of 130 planes.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADD to LHR | Addis Ababa to London | 8h 5m | 7 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to IST | Addis Ababa to Istanbul | 5h 45m | 7 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to DME | Addis Ababa to DME | 8h 10m | 6 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to ARN | Addis Ababa to Stockholm | 8h 0m | 6 | NONSTOP | |
| ADD to ATH | Addis Ababa to Athens | 5h 40m | 5 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyAirbus A350-1000 | 79 cm | 44 cm | 13 cm |
| BusinessAirbus A350-1000 | 188 cm | 51 cm | 180° |
Each passenger may carry the following items of hand luggage at no extra charge, the weight of which may not exceed 5 kg. Maximum size of hand baggage is 23 x 40 x 55 (cm). Checked-in baggage allowance: the maximum weight limit in a single bag is 32KG; the sum of three dimensions (Length + Width + Height) must not exceed 158CM
Ethiopian Airlines Baggage rulesPets (cats and dogs) may be transported in the cabin or the luggage compartment. The airline accepts dogs or cats in the cabin with a limited number (2 in economy class and 1 in business class) with the size of the box not exceeding 55X40X20 cm and not exceeding 8 kg. A pet in a container larger than 55X40X20 cm flies in the baggage compartment.
Flying with pets on Ethiopian AirlinesInfants under two years of age are allowed on flights accompanied by an adult. The child may sit on the parent's lap. If an adult accompanies more than one child under two years of age, a ticket must be purchased for the second infant.
Ethiopian Airlines Infants policyAll check-in counters are opened 3 hours before departure, and counters are closed 1 hour before departure. You can also check-in at self-service kiosks. On domestic flights, passengers must go to the check-in counter at the airport 1 hour before the scheduled departure. Passengers who check in online must be at the boarding gate 30 minutes before departure. Online check-in can be completed 24 hours before boarding.
Ethiopian Airlines Check-in rulesUnaccompanied minors aged 5 to 11 years old flying unaccompanied on domestic flights must order an accompanying service. Minors between 12 and 18 years old can travel unaccompanied (no escort service required). They need to fill out a form for unaccompanied minors.
Unaccompanied minors in Ethiopian AirlinesFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Ethiopian Airlines.
Economy allows one 7 kg piece; Business allows two, each 7 kg. The stated cabin-bag dimensions are 23 × 40 × 55 cm. A personal item must fit under the seat.
No. It is one 10 kg or 23 kg bag depending on the route. Check your itinerary. One stroller and one infant car seat are also free.
No. Each adult may accompany only one infant on Canadian routes. An additional infant needs another fare-paying adult or escort.
The website lists a charge and first-come allocation. The infant must weigh under 11 kg and meet the 67 cm length limit. Confirm arrangements with the call centre or local office.
Before ticket issuance. Include full addresses and contact details for responsible people at origin, any transfer points and the final destination.
From 48 hours to two hours before departure, with an e-ticket on an Ethiopian-operated flight. Use the operating partner’s website for partner-operated codeshares.
Use the website, not the app or social bot. Check in at most ten passengers per batch and repeat for the remainder.
Check in in itinerary order. For Nairobi–Addis Ababa–Hong Kong, complete Nairobi–Addis Ababa before the onward sector.
Report it before leaving arrivals. Repair may be offered. If instructed to arrange repair yourself, retain the repair invoice and Property Irregularity Report for reimbursement.
Report it to the airline representative at the destination airport and file a baggage claim. Track it through the website-linked mybag.aero portal. The airline contacts you to arrange delivery once found.