Ethiopian Airlines inaugurates flights to Mauritius

Ethiopian Airlines has announced the inauguration of its new passenger service to Mauritius, marking another milestone in the airline’s continued expansion across Africa.

The new route, which commences operations today, 12 July 2026, will be operated three times weekly, enhancing connectivity between Mauritius and Ethiopian Airlines’ extensive global network.

The launch of the service underscores Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to strengthening air transport links within Africa and facilitating seamless travel between the continent and the rest of the world.

By connecting Mauritius to Addis Ababa, the airline’s strategic hub, travelers will benefit from convenient access to destinations across Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas.

Known for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant tourism industry, and growing economy, Mauritius represents a strategic addition to Ethiopian Airlines’ African destinations.

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The direct service between Addis Ababa and Mauritius is expected to provide travelers with greater convenience while supporting stronger trade, tourism, and people-to-people relations between the two countries.

Commenting on the new service,
Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “Mauritius is a destination of remarkable beauty, rich culture, and growing economic importance.

“By establishing a direct link between the country and our vast global network, we are pleased to offer convenient travel options to our passengers while bringing the world closer to Mauritius. As a Pan-African airline, Ethiopian will continue to serve as a catalyst for enhanced air connectivity between Africa and the rest of the world.”

Passengers traveling on the new route will enjoy Ethiopian Airlines’ award-winning hospitality, modern fleet, and seamless connections through its hub in Addis Ababa, providing convenient onward travel to destinations across Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas.

The launch of this new service underscores Ethiopian Airlines’ ongoing efforts to expand its network and contribute to the development of air transport, tourism, and economic integration across the African continent.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.