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Etihad opens dedicated U.S. Preclearance Lounge at Zayed International Airport

Etihad Airways opened its new Etihad U.S. Preclearance Lounge at Zayed International Airport on 30 December, enhancing the travel experience for passengers flying to the United States. Located steps away from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility, the new lounge provides eligible guests with a serene space to unwind after completing their U.S. entry formalities and befo...

Ten new routes in one day - historic moment for Etihad

Etihad Airways announced the launch of ten new destinations starting in 2025. This announcement, part of the airline’s rapid expansion programme, fulfills its promise to provide guests with a route map featuring destinations they want to fly to, with connections and frequencies that suit their needs. It also allows Abu Dhabi to extend its renowned hospitality to more visitors from around the...

Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Stopover programme achieves exceptional growth

Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi are celebrating the exceptional growth of their Abu Dhabi Stopover programme. The relaunch of the initiative has exceeded expectations, significantly boosting Abu Dhabi's tourism sector. The Abu Dhabi Stopover programme, exclusive to Etihad Airways, has seen remarkable growth since its inception. The programme welc...

Etihad Cargo celebrates 20 years of operations in India

Etihad Cargo is celebrating 20 years of operations in India, a milestone that reflects the airline's ongoing commitment to the Indian market since its first flight to Mumbai on 26 September 2004. Over the years, Etihad Cargo has expanded its presence in India, now offering belly hold capacity via nonstop services between Abu Dhabi and 12 major Indian cities, with plans for further growth. E...

Etihad Cargo expands European freighter network with launch of Madrid

Etihad Cargo is expanding its freighter network with a new route to Madrid. Starting 15 July 2024, Etihad Cargo will operate two weekly Boeing 777 freighter flights between Abu Dhabi and Madrid, adding over 200 tonnes of cargo capacity for Europe.  Stanislas Brun, Vice President Cargo at Etihad Cargo, commented: "Launching Madrid as Etihad Cargo’s latest European freighter desti...

Etihad Cargo and Astral Aviation celebrate inaugural flight

Etihad Cargo in partnership with Astral Aviation successfully completed the inaugural flight from Nairobi, Kenya, to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on 21 March 2024. This flight marked the commencement of a promising collaboration following the MOU signed between the two carriers, aimed at expanding Etihad Cargo's reach into the African market. The inaugural flight w...

Etihad Airways celebrates inaugural flight to Boston

Etihad Airways touched down for the first time in Boston on Sunday, marking the launch of regular services between Abu Dhabi and the US city, strengthening ties and enriching travel options for passengers. The inaugural flight, EY147, was celebrated at Abu Dhabi Airport before take-off, and on arrival in Massachusetts, Etihad’s captains waved UAE and US flags from the cockpit to ce...

Three new 787-9 Dreamliners join the Etihad Airways fleet as it flies towards ambitious growth

Etihad Airways is celebrating the arrival of three new Boeing 787-9 aircraft this weekend. The national airline of the UAE welcomed the latest additions to its expanding fleet at Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. The new aircraft will begin operations this month, helping Etihad to expand in line with its ambitious roadmap which will see it fly to 125 destinations with more than 160 aircr...