Ethiopian Airlines to Launch Direct Flights to Mauritius, Boosting Regional Connectivity
Addis Ababa, 01 June 2026
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, is pleased to announce that it will launch its new three-times-weekly direct passenger service to Port Louis, Mauritius, effective July 12, 2026.
This new route to the idyllic island nation underscores Ethiopian Airlines' strategic commitment to deepening continental integration while driving economic growth across Southeast Africa and beyond. By expanding regional connectivity, this service will elevate tourism, catalyze trade, and foster stronger people-to-people interactions, while creating an essential gateway that links regional markets to global networks.
The new service will operate on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays according to the schedule below.
| Flt Desg | Dept Arp | Dept Time | Arvl Arp | Arrv Time | Subfleet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET 0887 | ADD | 08:50 | MRU | 15:20 | ET 7M8 |
| ET 0886 | MRU | 16:15 | ADD | 20:45 | ET 7M8 |
Regarding the new service, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew remarked: “We are delighted to launch this direct flight service to Mauritius, making it easier for Africans and other international tourists to visit this beautiful African island destination, while also enhancing business and trade opportunities. As a leading carrier on the continent, expanding our African network remains one of our top priorities, in line with our vision of strengthening connectivity among African nations and linking the continent more closely with the rest of the world.”
Prior to introducing this direct flight, Ethiopian Airlines served Mauritius through interline and codeshare partnerships via regional hubs like Johannesburg, Nairobi, and Antananarivo. The launch of this direct route significantly enhances passenger convenience by providing faster travel times and seamless connection options across the region. Passengers can now book their flights using their preferred Ethiopian Airlines booking channels.
About Ethiopian
Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is a true African success story, transforming a visionary dream into a globally renowned reality for nearly eight decades. Operating flights to more than 160 domestic and international passenger, and cargo destinations across five continents, Ethiopian bridges the gaps between Africa and the world. Emphasizing passenger comfort and environmental sustainability, Ethiopian utilizes ultra-modern aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, A350-1000 and De Havilland Q400.
Ethiopian, the Star Alliance member airline, champions in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for eight consecutive years, APEX ‘Best Overall in Africa’ award and ‘Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport’ Award among others. Ethiopian aims to further excel in its success through a strategic plan dubbed ‘Vision 2035’ and become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world. Embracing a Pan-African spirit, Ethiopian is pursuing multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines, in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways, and in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Air Congo.
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