Ethiopian Airlines ET501 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the ET501 flight operated by Ethiopian Airlines on Oct 22, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Washington D.C. (IAD) to Addis Ababa (ADD). The flight is expected to depart at 10:55 (local time in Washington D.C., UTC-4) and land at 06:31 (local time in Addis Ababa, UTC+3)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 48m early
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
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
--
Baggage
--
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ET501 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the ET501 flight flying from Washington D.C. to Addis Ababa on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 4y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 348 seats.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
23
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Early on average
38 minutes
Age
4y, 10m
Seats
348
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
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
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
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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Flight History for ET501
Trip.com historical records show that the last ET501 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from IAD at approximately 11:25. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADD at 05:22.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 12:49 | 06:14 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | A35K | 11:33 | 04:27 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | A35K | 12:04 | 06:49 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 11:31 | 07:06 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | A35K | 11:25 | 05:22 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Addis Ababa (ADD) | 359 | 10:55 | 06:31 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Oct 23 | 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 past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of ET501 is 23% (Late on average 45 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Early on average 38 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
23
%
Late on average
45 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
47
%
60 mins late
20
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Early on average
38 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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 22, 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 22, 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 06:31. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 22, 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 Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight et501?
Track flight et501 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight et501 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If et501 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Ethiopian Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.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 A350-900 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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