Ethiopian Airlines provides Covid-19 coverage

In partnership with AXA Partner and Awash Insurance Company, Ethiopian Airlines is providing Covid-19 coverage for passengers on the company's international flights from 1 October 2020 to 31 March 2021.

“Called Sheba Comfort” is valid for 92 days for a round trip and 31 days for a one-way trip. It covers up to 100 000 EUR (117 500 USD) of medical and hospital fees.

The guarantee includes quarantine fees set at 150 EUR (176 USD) per day for a maximum of 14 days. Sheba Comfort also covers the repatriation costs in the event of a Covid-19 infection and provides 24/7 assistance via its hotline.

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