Ethiopian Airlines has published September schedules for several Middle East routes, including Kuwait City, but Gulf operations remain subject to short-notice changes. This page was checked on 7 September 2026; for cancellation and refund guidance, see our dedicated guide: Ethiopian Airlines Flight Cancellation: Refunds, Rebooking and What to Do Next.
Ethiopian Airlines Current Operating Routes (September 2026)
Ethiopian Airlines (IATA: ET) operates from its hub at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and says it serves more than 160 domestic, international passenger, and cargo destinations across five continents. As a Star Alliance member, Ethiopian remains one of Africa’s most extensive long-haul connectors.
Most of Ethiopian’s global network is operating, while some Middle East routings may still be adjusted for airspace, security, or airport-operational reasons.
Middle East Route Status
Published timetables checked on 7 September 2026 show Addis Ababa services to Kuwait City, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Doha, Dammam, Beirut and Tel Aviv. These are scheduled flights, not confirmation of departure or seat availability. Times below are local; overnight arrivals are the following day.
- Dubai — scheduled examples include ET600 on 11 September, 21:40–02:55, and ET612 on 8 and 13 September, 22:55–04:10
- Abu Dhabi and Sharjah — scheduled daily from Addis Ababa: ET614 to Abu Dhabi, 21:50–03:10, and ET622 to Sharjah, 22:05–03:35, throughout September
- Tel Aviv — scheduled examples include ET418 on 8 and 10 September, 10:25–14:35, and ET404 on 10 September, 23:50–04:00
- Beirut — ET406 and ET416 scheduled daily from Addis Ababa through 4 October, departing at 21:30 and 22:25
- Bahrain — the retrieved timetable did not establish a schedule from 7 September onward; current operation could not be verified
- Doha — ET432 scheduled Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday through 18 October, departing Addis Ababa at 21:50 and arriving at 02:05 the next day
- Kuwait City — ET620 scheduled daily from Addis Ababa, 00:20–04:40, through 27 September
Check the real-time status of any Ethiopian Airlines flight on the Wego Ethiopian Airlines flight tracker or via the airline’s official flight status page.
Middle East Airspace and Schedule Risk
EASA’s Gulf bulletin, valid through 30 September 2026 unless reviewed earlier, advises avoiding specified Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman waters, with exceptions for necessary Persian Gulf airport arrivals/departures and caution over land. This is not a blanket airport closure.
For travelers, the practical impact is simple: Ethiopian may keep flights operating where airports and airspace allow, but departure times, routings, and cancellations can change quickly. Some flights may still take longer routes to avoid restricted corridors; for broader context, read: How Flights Between Europe and Asia Are Being Rerouted Around the Middle East.
How to Check Your Ethiopian Airlines Flight Status
With Middle East schedules still sensitive to airport and airspace changes, verify your flight before traveling.
Official Ethiopian Airlines Channels
- Flight status page: ethiopianairlines.com/flight-status
- Flight schedule: ethiopianairlines.com/flight-schedule
- Travel updates: ethiopianairlines.com/travel-update
Track on Wego
The Wego Ethiopian Airlines flight tracker provides real-time departure and arrival information for ET flights. You can also track flights by airport, including departures from Addis Ababa and arrivals into Dubai.
Tips for Travelers
Check your flight status 24 hours before departure and again on the day of travel. Sign up for Ethiopian Airlines notifications via the airline’s website or app for automatic booking updates.
Arrive early at the airport and keep your booking reference handy in case of rerouting, cancellation, or schedule changes. For a regional overview, see: Flight Cancellations Middle East 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethiopian Airlines currently flying to Dubai?
September timetables include Addis Ababa–Dubai ET600 and ET612. Abu Dhabi ET614 and Sharjah ET622 are scheduled daily. A timetable does not confirm that an individual departure operated.
Which Ethiopian Airlines Middle East routes remain uncertain?
Addis Ababa–Kuwait ET620 is scheduled daily through 27 September. Bahrain and Amman schedules from 7 September onward could not be established from the retrieved timetable; no new suspension is inferred.
Can Gulf airspace restrictions affect Ethiopian Airlines flights?
They can be. Regional airspace restrictions can affect routing and departure times even when a flight appears in a published timetable.
What should I do if my Ethiopian Airlines flight is cancelled?
Ethiopian Airlines says affected passengers may be offered rebooking once operations resume, rerouting to nearby destinations, or a full refund of the unused ticket. For a detailed breakdown of your options, see our Ethiopian Airlines Flight Cancellation guide.
Sources
- Ethiopian Airlines — Travel Updates
- Ethiopian Airlines — Flight Status
- EASA — Airspace of the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, CZIB-2026-07R2
- AP — Iran fires missiles and US strikes Iran facility after reports of faltering peace talks
- AP — Kuwait says Iranian drones hit airport and killed 1 as ceasefire is tested again
- Ethiopian Airlines — Atlanta Route Resumption Press Release
- Ethiopian Airlines — Lyon Route Launch Press Release Listing
- Ethiopian Airlines — Three New Domestic Airports Press Release
- Ethiopian Airlines — Nine Boeing 787-9 Order Press Release
- Ethiopian Airlines — Six Additional Boeing 787 Firm Orders Press Release
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