Ethiopian Airlines launches flight services to Nacala

Addis Ababa : Ethiopian Airlines has launched a new passenger service to Nacala, Mozambique, expanding its network in the country to three destinations. The airline began operating the route from Addis Ababa on October 27, 2026, with flights scheduled three times a week.

The inaugural departure from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport was marked by a ceremony attended by government officials, industry stakeholders and airline executives.

Nacala, a coastal city in northern Mozambique, is known for its tourism attractions and economic potential. The new service is expected to improve access to the region for international visitors, investors and business travelers.

Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said the route strengthens the carrier's presence in Mozambique and supports closer economic and social ties between the two countries. Nacala joins Maputo and Beira as the airline's third destination in Mozambique.

The new connection is also expected to facilitate trade, tourism and commercial exchanges by providing travelers with access to Ethiopian Airlines' wider international network through its Addis Ababa hub.

The carrier serves more than 65 destinations across Africa, offering connections between regional markets and international destinations.

The new route adds capacity to the airline's African network as it continues to expand connections intended to support the continent's travel, trade and economic development.