{"id":160236,"date":"2026-10-10T10:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-10T04:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=160236"},"modified":"2026-10-10T03:39:45","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T22:09:45","slug":"emirates-to-deploy-a350-to-this-popular-african-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/10\/emirates-to-deploy-a350-to-this-popular-african-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Emirates to Deploy A350 to This Popular African City"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>DUBAI-<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/tag\/emirates\/\">Emirates (EK)<\/a> plans to introduce its 312 seat Airbus A350-900 on flights between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) from 1 November 2026, replacing the Boeing 777-200LR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The aircraft change advances the previously planned introduction from 1 January 2027. AeroRoutes reported the updated schedule, which retains daily flights EK723 and EK724.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Emirates Airbus A350\" class=\"wp-image-81270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/62pvgxxf.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Eurospot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-emirates-a350-900-flight-schedule-to-addis-ababa\">Emirates A350-900 Flight Schedule to Addis Ababa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Emirates plans to operate the Airbus A350-900 on its existing Dubai to <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Addis+Ababa\">Addis Ababa<\/a> route from 1 November 2026. The update changes the scheduled aircraft rather than introducing a new destination or additional flight frequency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Flight #<\/th><th>Route<\/th><th>Departure<\/th><th>Arrival<\/th><th>Aircraft<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>EK723<\/td><td>Dubai (DXB) to Addis Ababa (ADD)<\/td><td>09:25<\/td><td>12:45<\/td><td>Airbus A350-900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EK724<\/td><td>Addis Ababa (ADD) to Dubai (DXB)<\/td><td>14:50<\/td><td>20:00<\/td><td>Airbus A350-900<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All times are local. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/tag\/emirates-a350\/\">A350-900<\/a> offers 312 seats across Business, Premium Economy and Economy Class. Passengers should verify their aircraft assignment and flight timings with Emirates before departure, as schedules may change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-1024x463.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-1024x463.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-300x136.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-768x347.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-50x23.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-1600x724.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-1536x695.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-2048x926.webp 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-150x68.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-450x204.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/addis-ababa-airport-1200x543.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ethiopian Airlines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-addis-ababa-travel-guide\">Addis Ababa Travel Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ethiopia&#8217;s capital sits approximately 2,400 metres above sea level and offers historic landmarks, museums, bustling markets and traditional coffee experiences. Travellers arriving from <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Dubai\">Dubai<\/a> can explore the city during a stopover or a longer visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-top-places-to-visit\">Top Places to Visit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>National Museum of Ethiopia:<\/strong> Home to exhibits about Lucy, the approximately 3.2-million-year-old early human ancestor, alongside archaeological discoveries and Ethiopian art.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holy Trinity Cathedral:<\/strong> An important Ethiopian Orthodox landmark featuring stained glass, murals and the tombs of Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Merkato Market:<\/strong> A vast trading area known for spices, coffee, textiles and household goods. A local guide can help visitors navigate its crowded lanes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Entoto Hills:<\/strong> Located north of the city, these forested hills offer panoramic views and historic churches linked to Emperor Menelik II and the development of Addis Ababa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ethnological Museum:<\/strong> Situated at Addis Ababa University in Haile Selassie&#8217;s former palace, with exhibits exploring Ethiopia&#8217;s diverse cultures and traditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>St George&#8217;s Cathedral:<\/strong> An octagonal church in Piassa commemorating Ethiopia&#8217;s victory at the Battle of Adwa in 1896.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red Terror Martyrs&#8217; Memorial Museum:<\/strong> Documents political violence during the Derg period of the 1970s and 1980s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For a one-day visit, travellers can combine the National Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral and a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Entoto Hills and Merkato are alternatives for visitors with more time. Allow extra time for transport because traffic can be heavy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-147876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405-450x300.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_ADD_-_HAAB_AN1418405.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo:  Raimund Stehmann    | Wikimedia Commons | https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Addis_Ababa_-_Bole_International_(ADD_-_HAAB)_AN1418405.jpg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-time-to-visit-addis-ababa\">Best Time to Visit Addis Ababa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>October to February generally offers favourable sightseeing conditions during the main dry season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main rainy season, known as Kiremt, usually runs from June to September, while lighter rainfall can occur around March and April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Major celebrations include Meskel in late September, Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) in September and Timkat in January. Visitors should confirm festival dates and book accommodation early during popular events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Emirates Airbus A350\" class=\"wp-image-72539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-2048x1152.webp 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/z7zespft-1200x675.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Cl\u00e9ment Alloing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-airport-transfers-and-accommodation\">Airport Transfers and Accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) lies approximately 6 kilometres southeast of the city centre. The journey usually takes 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taxis, local ride-hailing services and hotel transfers offer convenient transport options. Agree on taxi fares before departure when meters are unavailable. Shared minibuses are another option but can be crowded and less convenient for visitors carrying luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended accommodation areas include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bole:<\/strong> Convenient for airport access, hotels, restaurants and nightlife.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kazanchis:<\/strong> Suitable for business travellers and visitors attending meetings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Piassa:<\/strong> A historic district with traditional caf\u00e9s, older buildings and access to St George&#8217;s Cathedral.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meskel Square:<\/strong> A central base for museums, major roads and festival events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Old Airport:<\/strong> A quieter residential area in the southwest, suitable for families and longer stays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Emirates Airbus A350 Takeoff\" class=\"wp-image-92107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/xybw1wce.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emirates Airbus A350-900 | Photo: Cl\u00e9ment Alloing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-essential-travel-tips\">Essential Travel Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Altitude:<\/strong> Take it easy during the first day or two, drink plenty of water and limit alcohol while adjusting to the elevation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Calendar and clock:<\/strong> Ethiopia&#8217;s calendar runs approximately seven to eight years behind the Gregorian calendar. Its traditional clock system also counts the day from around 6 a.m. by international time conventions. Confirm whether appointments and transfers use traditional Ethiopian time or the international clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Payments:<\/strong> The Ethiopian birr is the local currency. Carry cash for markets, taxis and smaller businesses, as card acceptance varies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local customs:<\/strong> Dress modestly at churches, follow instructions about removing shoes and photography, and ask permission before photographing people. Accepting coffee during a traditional ceremony is a common gesture of hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry requirements:<\/strong> Visa rules depend on nationality and travel purpose. Check current requirements through official sources before departure, and review government travel advice before visiting other Ethiopian regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Emirates Airline First Airbus A350\" class=\"wp-image-70373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/me5c5hkb.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emirates Airline A350 | Photo: Eurospot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-a350-introduction-means-for-travellers\">What A350 Introduction Means for Travellers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The planned A350-900 deployment gives passengers a newer aircraft option on Emirates&#8217; Dubai to Addis Ababa route from November 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Travellers can combine the flight with visits to Ethiopia&#8217;s museums, religious landmarks, markets and coffee houses. Checking flight details, entry requirements and airport transfers in advance will help make the journey more straightforward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. Further, follow us on social media for the latest updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/s\/aviationa2z\" rel=\"nofollow\">Telegram Group\u00a0<\/a>for the Latest Aviation Updates. Subsequently, follow us on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqBwgKMPLdrgsw_-jGAw?hl=en-IN&amp;gl=IN&amp;ceid=IN%3Aen\">Google News<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-aviation-a-2-z wp-block-embed-aviation-a-2-z\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"H9BQaywnKm\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/02\/emirates-brings-new-a350-experience-to-orlando\/\">Emirates to Deploy A350 to Theme Park Capital of the World<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Emirates to Deploy A350 to Theme Park Capital of the World&#8221; &#8212; Aviation A2Z\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/02\/emirates-brings-new-a350-experience-to-orlando\/embed\/#?secret=uSfjsrMPMX#?secret=H9BQaywnKm\" data-secret=\"H9BQaywnKm\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Emirates plans to introduce its 312-seat Airbus A350-900 on daily Dubai to Addis Ababa flights from 1 November 2026. Check the updated EK723 and EK724 schedules and discover the city&#8217;s main attractions, airport transfers and travel tips.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":86838,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7215,6761],"tags":[1218,8505,21930,12606,8076],"class_list":{"0":"post-160236","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-airline-news","8":"category-news","9":"tag-emirates","10":"tag-emirates-a350","11":"tag-emirates-a350-routes","12":"tag-emirates-new-flights","13":"tag-emirates-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160236","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=160236"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160236\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":160249,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160236\/revisions\/160249"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/86838"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=160236"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=160236"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=160236"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}