Jazeera Airways, Kuwaitโs leading low-cost carrier, recently announced the launch of direct flights between Kuwait and one of East Africa’s fastest-growing economies – Ethiopia. The new service to Addis Ababa will operate three times a week starting 7 September, further expanding the airlineโs growing network and offering increased connectivity to Africa. With more than 70,000 Ethiopian nationals living in Kuwait, the new route offers the community a direct option to fly back home and reunite with family and friends. ย
At the launch event, H.E. Dr. Sied Muhumed Jibril, the Ambassador of Ethiopia to Kuwait said:ย “The launch of direct flights between Kuwait and Addis Ababa marks an important milestone in strengthening the longstanding ties between Ethiopia and Kuwait. This new connection will bring our people closer together, facilitate trade and investment, and encourage greater tourism and cultural exchange. We welcome Jazeera Airways to Ethiopia and look forward to the many opportunities this route will create for both our countries.”ย
The launch also supports growing business, trade, and tourism links between Kuwait and Ethiopia. As the political and diplomatic capital of Africa and home to the African Union, Addis Ababa is a major commercial hub and an increasingly important gateway to the continent.ย Barathan Pasupathi, CEO of Jazeera Airways, highlighted:
โAddis Ababa is more than another destination – it is Africaโs diplomatic capital and Ethiopia, the Land of Origins, where humanity, coffee and one of the worldโs oldest civilizations began. By connecting Kuwait with Addis Ababa, Jazeera Airways is opening a gateway to one of Africaโs largest and fastest-growing markets while serving a growing African community in Kuwait, strengthening business, tourism and cultural ties between the Gulf and the African continent.โย
Addis Ababa is an exciting leisure destination for travellers looking to discover somewhere new. Visitors can discover the city’s rich history, vibrant arts and cultural scene, world-class museums, renowned coffee culture, and distinctive Ethiopian cuisine. The Ethiopian capital also serves as an ideal gateway to the country’s diverse natural landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage sites.ย
Located in the Ethiopian highlands, Addis Ababa enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year, with temperatures generally ranging between approximately 8ยฐC and 25ยฐC, offering a refreshing escape for travellers from Kuwait.ย Flights are open for booking online through the Jazeera official website or the Jazeera Airways mobile app.
