Ethiopian Airlines
ET501 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Ethiopian Airlines flight ET501 from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa (IAD-ADD): Flights for Oct 2, 2026 are scheduled, with the next departure slated for 10:55 from IAD and an expected arrival at 07:10 at ADD .
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Washington D.C. and is expected to arrive in Addis Ababa at 07:10.
13h 15m
Check-in Counter
AREA 1
Boarding Gate
B44
Arrival Gate
A15
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
13h 15m
Check-in Counter
AREA 1
Boarding Gate
B44
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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ET501 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the ET501 flight from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 11m. The aircraft has 395 seats.
Airbus A350
On-Time Departure
43
%
On-Time Arrival
90
%
Avg. Early
9 minutes
Aircraft Age
1y, 11m
Total Seats
395
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
165 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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ET501 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last ET501 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from IAD at approximately 11:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADD at 07:10.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 26 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | A35K | 11:09 | 06:45 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | A35K | 10:53 | 06:29 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 11:24 | 07:22 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 11:07 | 07:07 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 11:13 | 07:28 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 11:29 | 07:10 | In Flight |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | A35K | 10:55 | 07:10 | Scheduled |
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ET501 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of ET501 is 43% (Late on average 32 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
43
%
Late on average
32 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
47
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight et501?
Flight et501 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 10:55, arrival 07:10 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight et501 on time today?
Flight et501 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 10:55, with arrival at 07:10. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight et501 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight et501 is scheduled to depart at 10:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:55, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight et501 scheduled to arrive?
Flight et501 is scheduled to arrive at 07:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:10. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight et501 fly?
Flight et501 is operated by Ethiopian Airlines from Washington D.C. (IAD) to Addis Ababa (ADD). Typical flight time is about 13 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight et501 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight et501 departed from Washington D.C.?
Flight et501 has not departed from Washington D.C. (IAD) yet and is currently on schedule for 10:55. -
What is the seat configuration for flight et501?
Flight et501 usually flies a Airbus A350 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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