Ethiopia is set to make a significant leap in the aviation sector with the construction of a new international airport near Bishoftu, approximately 45 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa. This ambitious project, expected to be completed by 2029, is designed to become Africa’s largest airport, significantly enhancing the country's position as a major air transport hub. The facility will feature four runways and is expected to handle up to 100 million passengers annually, with parking capacity for 270 aircraft. The project aims to alleviate congestion at Bole Addis Ababa International Airport,

Ethiopia is set to make a significant leap in the aviation sector with the construction of a new international airport near Bishoftu, approximately 45 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa. This ambitious project, expected to be completed by 2029, is designed to become Africa’s largest airport, significantly enhancing the country's position as a major air transport hub. The facility will feature four runways and is expected to handle up to 100 million passengers annually, with parking capacity for 270 aircraft. The project aims to alleviate congestion at Bole Addis Ababa International Airport, which is approaching its 25 million passenger limit. According to Reuters, Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement with Dubai-based engineering and consulting firm Sidara to design the airport. The first phase of construction is estimated to cost at least $6 billion, with funding expected from international loans and private sector investments. This development aligns with Ethiopian Airlines' long-term Vision 2035 strategy, which seeks to: Expand its fleet from 145 to 271 aircraft Increase international destinations from 133 to 207 Boost annual passenger traffic from 14 million in 2022 to 65 million by 2035 The new airport is part of a broader global trend of large-scale airport developments, comparable to projects such as Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport, Riyadh’s King Salman International Airport, and Istanbul Airport, as reported by The Sun. Once operational, the airport will not only decongest Bole International Airport but also transform Ethiopia into a leading transit hub, improving connectivity between Africa and the rest of the world. This project is expected to attract airlines and passengers on a global scale, reinforcing Ethiopia’s role as a key player in international aviation.

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