Ethiopian Airlines to commence flights to Ndola

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ENA) – Ethiopian Airlines announced that it will commence thrice weekly flight to Ndola, Zambia effective 31 March 2013.

Ethiopian told ENA here Wednesday that Ndola, the third largest city in Zambia, is the industrial and commercial center in the copper belt province of the country. It said Ndola will be Ethiopian 45th African and the 72nd international destination. It will also be its second destination in Zambia next to Lusaka.

“We are proud to add Ndola to Ethiopian wide route network. It is a continuation of our efforts to achieve the goal of connecting Africa to the world, by adding multiple points in Africa and serving the air connectivity needs of the continent, “said CEO of Ethiopian, Tewolde Gebremariam. With the new service, passengers to and from Ndola will find convenient and hassle free connection to destinations in Ethiopian wide route network such as Mumbai, Dubai, London, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Cairo and Peking.

Ethiopian Airlines, the fastest growing airline in Africa, made its maiden international flight to Cairo in 1946 and now the Airline provides dependable services to 70 international destinations spanning four continents.

Ethiopian is a multi-award winner for its commitment and contributions towards the development and growth of the African aviation industry.