Ethiopian Airlines will launch thrice-weekly passenger services to Freetown, Sierra Leone via Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso starting from 31st of May 2024. Ethiopian Airlines said this new route marks another milestone in the airline’s extensive network expansion endeavor, connecting more African countries and providing travellers with convenient and efficient travel options.
“The new thrice weekly services to Freetown will be operated using the most modern and eco-friendly Boeing 787-800 aircraft, offering passengers a comfortable and enjoyable flight experience. The B787 is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, including spacious seats, personal entertainment systems, and onboard Wi-Fi, ensuring a pleasant journey for all passengers.”
The flights from Addis Ababa to Ouagadougou will operate Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, while the services from Freetown to Addis Ababa will operate Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, the airline stated.
Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew, said: “We are delighted to expand our West Africa network with the addition of Freetown, Sierra Leone. This new route, set to launch in May 2024, will not only provide our passengers with more options for travel, but also facilitate increased tourism, trade and investment opportunities between Ethiopia, Sierra Leone and Burkina Faso. As we continue to grow and connect with more destinations, we are committed to fostering cooperation and partnership between our countries.”
Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone, is a major port city on the Atlantic Ocean in the western hemisphere of Africa and the largest city in Sierra Leone, a country known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.