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  • Any other items which are deemed security hazards by local law.
  • Any other items that resemble or have similar functions to this items.
  • Please note that these items will be retrieved at the boarding gate by the local authorities and depending on local rules and regulations, the items may not be returned to you.
  • In the USA, the importation of Bushmeat is generally prohibited under the Animal Health Protection Act and various regulations enforced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).

In order to guarantee our passengers, crew, and aircraft, transport of certain items either in checked baggage or in your carry-on baggage is not permitted. It is crucial to inform and pack appropriately before your journey. Therefore, you need to be fully aware of yourself before your departure. Here you’ll find an overview of the hazardous materials allowed in different types of baggage during transportation. When you travel abroad, it is recommended that you know basic entry and security regulations of your destination country by checking available websites. For example, if you are traveling to the U.S.A. then we suggest checking www.tsa.gov website for detailed information.

Batteries

Devices with spillable batteries

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Batteries – Spare Lithium Batteries ≤ 100 WH

Spare Lithium Batteries less than or equal to 100-watt hour (2 g)

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
No
Batteries - Lithium Batteries > 160 WH

Lithium Batteries greater than 160-watt hour(Must be presented & carried as Cargo in accordance with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.)

Needs
Approval
Batteries - Lithium Batteries > 100 WH & ≤ 160 WH

Lithium Batteries greater than 100-watt hour (2 g) & less than or equal to 160-watt hour which are in equipment

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
Yes
Batteries - Spare Lithium Batteries > 100 WH & ≤ 160 W

Spare Lithium Batteries greater than 100-watt hour (2 g) & less than or equal to 160-watt hour (Maximum two)

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
No
Batteries - Lithium Batteries ≤ 100 WH

Lithium Batteries less than or equal to 100-watt hour (2 g) which are in equipment

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
Yes
Power banks

Only two pieces of Power bank, that does not exceed 160 Wh

Restrictions Regarding Power Banks:

    • Must be carried in carry-on baggage only.
    • Use of aircraft AC power outlets to charge power banks is strictly prohibited.
    • Use of power banks onboard to recharge other electronic devices is not allowed.
    • Storing power banks in overhead cabin compartments is not permitted.

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
No
Poisons and infectious substances

Such as insecticides, weed killers and live virus materials.

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Radioactive materials

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Knives

Including hunting knives, swords, and pocket knives

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Etiologic agents

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Corrosive materials

Such as acids, alkalis, mercury, and wet cell batteries

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Oxidizing materials

such as bleaching powder, and peroxides.

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Gasses

Flammable, non-flammable, deeply refrigerated and poisonous such as butane, oxygen, liquid nitrogen, aqualung cylinders.

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Liquids

Flammable liquids and solids such as lighter or heating fuels, matches, paints, thinners, firelighters.

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Bushmeat Importation to the USA

Bushmeat import is prohibited in the U.S. under the Animal Health Protection Act, USDA, and APHIS regulations

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Sporting equipment

such as baseball/cricket bats, golf clubs, hockey sticks, billiard cues

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Sharp Objects

Scissors and any other sharp/bladed objects (e.g., icepick, nail clippers) considered illegal by local law

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Aerosols

Hair sprays, perfumes, medicines containing alcohol) not exceeding 0.5KG/L per article and 2.0KG/L in total weight

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
Yes
Trionic briefcases

Similar to normal briefcases from outside

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Baby strollers

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Mace canisters

Similar to cigarette lighters and sprays.

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Briefcases and security

Attaché cases with installed alarm devices; or incorporative lithium batteries and/or pyrotechnic material

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Weapons

Such as whips, nan-chakus, baton, or stun gun

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Other dangerous articles

Such as magnetized materials, offensive or irritating materials as listed in the IATA Dangerous Articles Regulations.

Carry-on
No
Check-in
No
Weapons

Toys guns/gun shaped items or look-alikes, hand-cuffs

Carry-on
No
Check-in
Yes
Smart Bags:

  • Batteries installed in either checked or carry-on baggage must be removed prior to travel. Once removed, they must be carried onboard by the passenger.
  • Smart bags with non-removable batteries exceeding 0.3g of lithium metal or 2.7Wh are not permitted for transportation.

Carry-on
Yes
Check-in
Yes

  1. What are the safety concerns for cabin baggage?

Passengers are not allowed to carry the following items in their hand baggage for passengers’ safety and security reasons. To minimize inconvenience, you are advised to check in or put these items in your checked baggage instead:



Please note that these items will be retrieved at the boarding gate by the local authorities and depending on local rules and regulations, the items may not be returned to you.

  1. What are the rules and charges for travelling with animals?

Ethiopian shall accept only Dog or Cat into the cabin with limited number per compartment (2 in economy class and 1 in business class) with a box measuring dimensions not more than 55x40x20cms and does not exceed 8kgs including transport container, otherwise it should be loaded in belly.

  1. Is baggage transferred when I’m on connecting Ethiopian airlines flights?

Yes, Ethiopian receives connecting passenger’s baggage from other airlines. If luggage of connecting passenger is not submitted by the delivering carrier such connecting passenger should be informed using a slip prepared for this purpose that their luggage is not delivered to Ethiopian and hence not to expect at final destination.

  1. Can I carry firearms, weapons, and ammunition in my baggage?

Ammunition, firearms, sharp knives and/or other security-restricted items belonging to passengers shall not be carried inside cabin and/or flight deck (cockpit), and passengers must declare such items at the time of check-in. All ammunition shall be carried in the aircraft hold as checked baggage only and with approval of concerned Security Authorities.

 1. What is the free baggage allowance for my flight?

If you are traveling in Economy class piece system 2 pieces 23kg each and C-9 3 pieces 23kg each.

Note that some weight system depends on the routes where you are traveling.

2. How much weight can I carry for my checked baggage?

It depends on the route and class if you are traveling in Economy class piece system 2 pieces 23kg each and C-9 3pieces 23kg each.

 3. What are the dimensions allowed for my carry-on luggage?

 (55cmx40cmx20cm)

4. Can I bring additional items like a laptop bag or a purse as hand luggage?

 Its possible to have the below Items on addition to carry-on luggage: -

1 Laptop, books, purse, 1iPad/1 phone but the maximum weight should not exceed 3kg.

5.Are there any restrictions on the number of bags I can check-in for free?

Economy class 2bags and business class 2/3bags

  1. What is Ethiopian Airlines' allowed size and weight for carry-on baggage in Economy class?

In Economy class with Ethiopian Airlines, passengers are allowed 1 piece of hand luggage with a maximum weight of 7 kg and a maximum dimensions equal to 23 x 40 x 55 (cm) .

  1. What is the carry-on baggage allowance for Business class passengers with Ethiopian Airlines?

Business class passengers with Ethiopian Airlines are allowed 2 pieces of hand luggage, each weighing a maximum of 7 kg.

  1. Can I bring personal items in addition to my carry-on baggage on Ethiopian Airlines?

Yes, Ethiopian Airlines allows personal accessories in addition to the specified carry-on baggage allowance in both Economy and Business class.

  1. Are there restrictions on the types of items I can bring in my carry-on bag with Ethiopian Airlines?

Ethiopian Airlines, like other airlines, may have restrictions on carrying liquids, gels, and certain hazardous items in carry-on bags. Familiarize yourself with Ethiopian Airlines' specific policies.

  1. Can I bring food on board in my carry-on bag with Ethiopian Airlines?

Generally, you can bring snacks and non-liquid food items in your carry-on bag with Ethiopian Airlines, adhering to their specified policies.

  1. What happens if my carry-on bag exceeds the size or weight limit with Ethiopian Airlines?

If your carry-on bag exceeds the specified size or weight limit with Ethiopian Airlines, you may be subject to additional fees, or you may need to check the bag.

  1. Is there a difference in carry-on allowances for different classes of service with Ethiopian Airlines?

Yes, there is a difference. Business class passengers with Ethiopian Airlines have a higher allowance, with 2 pieces of hand luggage weighing 7 kg each, compared to Economy class.

Please be notified that for flights departing from Washington, Ethiopian Airlines has temporarily limited excess baggage to a maximum of 2 per passenger making the total number of accepted checked baggage 4 per passenger. The additional 2 excess bags will be accepted on standby and may not be shipped on the same flight.

VISA for passengers transiting through ICN
Kindly note that since our flight will have a technical landing in Seoul, passengers with the nationalities Sudan, Syria, Egypt, Yeman are required to hold a transit VISA for South Korea.

Please be informed that if your flight has a stopover at Incheon Airport (ICN), based on the local requirement you are required to disembark, go through transit security screening, and then re-board the aircraft.

Travel Advisory

1. All travelers are required to submit thier SG Arrival Card before arriving in Singapore, except:

  • Those transiting/transferring through Singapore without seeking immigration clearance

  • Residents travelling through the land checkpoints.

Please note that the SG Arrival Card is not a visa. You may refer to the requirements for entering Singapore for more information.

2. All passengers with travel history to countries with risk of yellow fever in the 6 days prior to arrival in Singapore are required to have a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. The Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate will only be considered valid if issued 10 days prior to arrival into Singapore.

For the detail information, including the list of countries with risk of yellow fever, click here

Please note that airport check-in time for your flight on ET928 will be from 15:00 to 18:00 local time.

If travel is on a short-term visa, you will need to have a return ticket preferably on Ethiopia Airlines. If the return ticket is on other airlines, an indemnity will have to be submitted.
Long-term visas under process - Passengers need to carry the payment receipt and Declaration. Passengers will also need to have a single-entry visa to enter South Africa. If NOT OK TO BOARD pops up during the check-in system, passengers must contact DHA-South Africa to have the status changed and obtain a "Waiver of Unfavor" letter from DHA- South Africa.

Discounted fare is available if:

Note : It is mandatory to present the document upon ticketing (if payment is made at city/airport ticket offices) and, at time of check-in to the airline on demand. Failure to present the required documents may result in denial of passenger from the flight and refund of ticket after applicable penalty deductions.

Take the train to your plane

Ethiopian, in cooperation with Deutsche Bahn, offers its passengers the opportunity to travel with Deutsche Bahn from almost all DB stations in Germany to Frankfurt Airport.

Read the terms and conditions

Do you want to include train segment to your booking?

FAKE WEBSITE AND BANK ACCOUNT ALERT

Beware of Scammers

It has come to our notice that scammers are setting up fake websites with similar names to ours to deceive passengers. Our official website is www.ethiopianairlines.com and you can download our mobile app for easier and safer transactions.

Ethiopian officers do not call you for payment or ask you to transfer money to any specific bank account . Ethiopian has city offices and airport offices in four cities in Nigeria, namely Kano, Enugu, Abuja and Lagos; you may visit our offices for any further information.

Travel Advisory

  • Passport or national identity cards are required for all passengers traveling between Vienna and Copenhagen, along with residence permit or citizenship in one of the Schengen countries. Driving license or other ID cards are not considered as travel documents.

  • Passengers traveling between Vienna and Copenhagen who require entry visa to Schengen countries must have a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa. Passengers who already used a single-entry Schengen visa to enter Vienna or another Schengen country cannot travel on Ethiopian Airlines flight between Vienna and Copenhagen as their single-entry Schengen visa is already used.

Book your journey online and pay at Ethiopian City Office in Moscow by Credit Card or Cash!

If you choose to pay by card, please send your request by email on ethiopianairlines_ru@aviareps.com. You can also pay at our office in Moscow at the following address by cash or card.

Address: Olimpiyskiy prospekt, 14
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 6 PM
Telephone: +7 (495) 937-59-45

This fare is payable in Ethiopian Birr only if you are an Ethiopian citizen, or you have a residence permit in Ethiopia.

Note:

  • It is mandatory to present all the necessary documents upon ticketing (if payment is made at city or airport ticket offices) and at the time of check-in to the airline on demand. Failure to present the required documents may result in the denial of the passenger's flight.
  • If you do not hold any of these documents, your ticket must be paid with credit/debit card on the Website/ Mobile App OR pay in cash in USD, GBP, or EUR currencies at ticket offices.

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