United Arab Emirates national carrier Etihad Airways has announced a significant increase in flights to key destinations across the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. This move is in response to rising customer demand.
The increase in flights Accounts for Nearly 27% More Weekly Departures
The airline’s decision to enhance its services comes in line with its commitment to providing seamless travel experiences and accommodating the evolving needs of its passengers. It marks a substantial growth with nearly 27% more weekly departures compared to the previous summer season.
As part of this initiative, Etihad will be augmenting its flight frequencies to several pivotal cities, including Jeddah and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, Amman in Jordan, Beirut in Lebanon, as well as Colombo in Sri Lanka, and Kolkata and Bangalore in India.
Arik De, Etihad’s Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, further highlighted the strategic importance of these enhancements in a press statement
These latest flight increases, aligned with our seamless and practical connections at Abu Dhabi and our growing global network, offer our guests more opportunities to fly where they want to at a time that suits them. It also makes it easier to enjoy a fantastic visit or stopover in Abu Dhabi as an integral part of their journey.
Increased Flights Will Commence on Various Dates Throughout the Year
Etihad’s increased flights are set to commence on various dates throughout the year, starting from March 15, 2024, for destinations like Jeddah and Riyadh, and extending into June for others such as Amman and Beirut.
| Destinations | Change | Total Frequency | Start Date |
| Jeddah | +7 per week | 28 per week | 15 March 2024 |
| Riyadh | +7 per week | 28 per week | 15 March 2024 |
| Amman | +4 per week | 11 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Beirut | +2 per week | 7 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Colombo | +4 per week | 17 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Kolkata | +1 per week | 8 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Bangalore | +3 per week | 17 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Already announced | |||
| Kozhikode | New route | 7 per week | 1 January 2024 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | New route | 7 per week | 1 January 2024 |
| Boston | New route | 4 per week | 31 March 2024 |
| Nairobi | New route | 7 per week | 1 May 2024 |
| Colombo | +3 per week | 10 per week | 15 January 2024 |
| +4 per week | 14 per week | 1 May 2024 | |
| Bangkok | +3 per week | 17 per week | 22 February 2024 |
| Copenhagen | Extended year-round | 4 per week | 31 March 2024 |
| Athens | +5 per week | 12 per week | 1 May 2024 |
| +2 per week | 14 per week | 15 July 2024 | |
| Malaga | Summer 2024 service | 3 per week | 2 June 2024 |
| Santorini | New route | 2 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Nice | New route | 2 per week | 15 June 2024 |
| Mykonos | Summer 2024 service | 2 per week | 17 June 2024 |
These developments underscore Etihad’s commitment to providing unparalleled connectivity and fostering global mobility. By bolstering its flight operations to key hubs, the airline aims to facilitate seamless travel experiences while positioning Abu Dhabi as a prominent aviation hub in the region.
About Etihad
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was established in 2003 and has since emerged as a leading global carrier. Operating from its hub in Abu Dhabi, Etihad serves a comprehensive network of passenger and cargo destinations across multiple continents.
Through strategic partnerships and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Etihad continues to set benchmarks in service quality, product innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
Etihad’s CEO Antonoaldo Neves announced last year plans to expand the fleet and triple the passenger flow by 2030, and these increased flights appear to be one of the airline’s numerous strategies to achieve this.
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