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Ethiopian Airlines is an airline based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It is the national airline of Ethiopia, operating scheduled international passenger and freight services to 50 destinations world-wide, as well as domestic services to 28 destinations and passenger and cargo charter flights. Its main hub is Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa.
Passport, Visa & Health Requirements
Passport, visa and health requirements vary from country to country. Contact your travel agent or the nearest Ethiopian ticket office for current passport, visa and health requirements of the countries you are planning to travel to.
Many countries require proof of return/onward and sufficient funds for your stay. Please contact the nearest Consulate of the country to which you are traveling to for additional information.
Passengers traveling on Ethiopian Airlines between Rome and Stockholm who require entry visa to Schengen countries must have a valid multiple Schengen visa if traveling between Stockholm and Rome on Ethiopian Airlines flight. Passengers holding single Schengen visa already used to enter Sweden, Italy or another Schengen country cannot travel on Ethiopian Airlines flight between Stockholm and Rome. This is necessitated because the flight is operated as transit flight carrying international passengers beyond European airports.
Identification Cards (ID)
Please remember to have your government-issued picture ID card available at all times. Note also that you may be required to present proof of age (such as a birth certificate) at the airport for children whomay be traveling with you.
Customs Regulations
Customs regulations and procedures that apply to travelers entering or exiting vary from country to country and are changed frequently. Contact your travel agent or the nearest Ethiopian ticket office for current customs regulations of countries you are planning to travel to.
Agricultural Products
Several countries have restrictions regarding importation of agricultural products. Contact your travel agent or the nearest Ethiopian ticket office for current restrictions on importation and export of agricultural products.
Suggested Arrival Times
To make your trip as enjoyable as possible, please allow enough time for check-in, security screening and boarding.
Due to some lengthy security checkpoint waiting times, earlier arrivals are recommended. We recommend that you check in at least 3 hours before your flight is scheduled to depart.
Tips for a Comfortable Flight
For your own comfort try and travel light.
Wear loose clothing and elasticized stockings made of natural fiber.
Increase your normal intake of water and only if need be drink alcohol but in moderation.
Use moisturizing cream to keep your skin from drying out.
Take off shoes in the plane to prevent your feet from swelling up or wear shoes that will cope with expanding ankles.
Avoid heavy meals during the flight.
Short walks once every two hours are excellent for circulation.
Try to touch your toes when waiting in the aisle to stretch your hamstrings.
On arrival at your destination, have a hot shower or a relaxing bath.
On arrival a quick jog, brisk walk, or a vigorous scrub will help stimulate your circulation.
BAGGAGE INFORMATION:
Ethiopian Airlines baggage allowance depends on the passenger's travel destination and class of service. Luggage's image by MLProject from Fotolia.com Ethiopian Airlines has checked and carry-on baggage allowances that depend on each passenger's travel destination and class of service. Each plane can only carry a limited amount of weight including all passengers, staff, fuel, and baggage; therefore, Ethiopian Airlines cannot allow passengers to travel with an unlimited amount of baggage.
Checked Baggage for Regional Flights
Passengers traveling in economy class on regional or domestic flights are allowed 20 kilograms of checked baggage. Passengers traveling in business class are allowed 30 kilograms of checked baggage and infants are allowed 10 kilograms.
Checked Baggage for International Flights
Ethiopian Airlines passengers traveling in economy class to London have a 30 kilogram baggage allowance and 8 KGS of hand luggage and in business class a 50 kilogram allowance and 8 KGS of hand luggage. Passengers traveling to other international destinations in economy class may bring 30 kilograms of baggage and in business class 50 kilograms.
Carry-On Baggage
Ethiopian Airlines allows eight kilograms of carry-on luggage. The dimensions of each carry on luggage should not exceed 51cm by 20cm by 38cm.
Personal Items
Ethiopian Airlines passengers may bring an unlimited number of personal items; personal items include coats, purses, laptops, briefcases, umbrellas, and canes.
Baby Items
Ethiopian Airlines passengers traveling with an infant may bring baby items such as diapers, formula, baby food, and bedding weighing no more than 12 kilograms.
Sporting Equipment
Ethiopian Airlines passengers may bring 15 kilograms of sporting equipment above and beyond their checked baggage allowance.
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