Air China Launches Beijing–Abu Dhabi Nonstop Flights, establishing a new direct air connection between the capitals of China and the United Arab Emirates and expanding the airline’s long-haul international network.
Etihad Airways and Tunisair have signed a codeshare agreement aimed at strengthening air connectivity between North Africa and Abu Dhabi, supporting growing demand for tourism, business travel, and cultural exchange between the two regions.
Etihad Airways Records Highest Passenger Numbers in Its History in 2025, as the Abu Dhabi-based carrier reported strong year-on-year growth across passengers, capacity, and network reach. The airline carried 22.4 million passengers during the year, representing a 21% increase compared with 2024 and marking the highest annual total since its inception.
Etihad Airways Launches First-Ever Middle East–Luxembourg Route, marking a historic milestone as the first airline from the Middle East to serve Luxembourg with nonstop flights. The new service will connect Abu Dhabi and Luxembourg directly from 29 October 2026, strengthening air links between Europe and the Gulf region.
Etihad Airways has taken a major step in its fleet development strategy by finalizing an agreement with Avolon for the lease of 13 new Airbus aircraft. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow, covers nine A330neo widebodies and four A320neo family narrowbodies, all sourced from Avolon’s substantial forward orderbook. These aircraft will play a central role in Etihad’s medium-haul and short-haul…
Etihad Airways is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, continuing its strategic investment in next-generation aircraft that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. The upcoming jet, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12791, represents another addition to Etihad’s modern and fuel-efficient narrowbody fleet.
Etihad Airways has expanded its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the launch of direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Medina, reinforcing its growing regional network and commitment to serving religious, business, and leisure travelers. The first flight, operated earlier this week, departed fully booked, underlining strong market demand for the new route.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has marked another major milestone in its record year of expansion with the launch of four new international routes — Tunis, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, and Hong Kong— all inaugurated within a span of three days. These new services significantly enhance Abu Dhabi’s role as a leading global aviation hub, connecting…
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s first low-cost carrier, has commenced direct nonstop flights between Abu Dhabi and Damascus, further expanding its regional footprint and reaffirming its commitment to affordable and accessible air travel across the Middle East.
Etihad Airways has celebrated a historic milestone with the successful completion of four new route launches within a single week, culminating in a sold-out inaugural flight to Krabi, Thailand. The launches—Sumatra (Medan) on 2 October, Phnom Penh on 3 October, Addis Ababa on 8 October, and Krabi on 9 October—mark a bold step in the airline’s expansion strategy and reflect growing global demand for travel through Abu Dhabi.
