Ethiopian Airlines has announced the inauguration of its transformed Addis Ababa Bole International Airport’s Domestic Terminal. The $50 million USD expansion and renovation project has significantly upgraded the terminal, expanding its total built-up area by more than twofold to 25,750 m2 and increasing its handling capacity to twofold.
The newly inaugurated domestic terminal is the main connecting hub for Ethiopian domestic operations serving over 200 flights to and from the 22 domestic destinations on daily basis. The expanded terminal features modern airport systems and facilities including four contact gates, 10 remote departure gates, 22 check in counters with automated hold baggage screening system, self-check in kiosks, modern security screening system, Premier passengers’ lounge and a multitude of various airport facilities and amenities. These enhancements will streamline passenger flow, improve comfort levels, and enhance the overall travel experience.
Ethiopian Airlines is taking revolutionizing measures to modernize aviation facilities and enhance air transport services in Ethiopia. The airline has recently initiated thrice-weekly passenger flights to Dembi Dollo, along with the inauguration of Gode and Jinka airports’ terminals. Plans are underway to open several additional airports in the coming months, including thrice-weekly services to Nekemte and a daily flight reinstatement to Axum.