Earlier this month, Ethiopian Airlines Group officially commenced the construction of Bishoftu International Airport (BIA). © Zaha Hadid ArchitectsThe airport is located around 40 kilometres south of Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa. © Zaha Hadid ArchitectsThe terminal layout is organised around a central spine linking the terminal’s piers, reducing transfer distances between gates. © Zaha Hadid ArchitectsBIA is situated nearly 400 metres lower than Addis Ababa’s existing Bole Airport. © Zaha Hadid ArchitectsThe airport is planned with environmental considerations in mind.

Source: Ethiopian News January 19, 2026 14:30 UTC