About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, or Etihad for short, carries the flag of the United Arab Emirates, and the country’s second-largest airline after Emirates.

Based in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the airline is headquartered at Abu Dhabi International Airport, employing just under 25,000 people.

The airline was founded in 2003 when Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan wanted an airline for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Etihad has expanded into one of the world's largest long-haul carriers, with a 102 strong fleet that includes 10 Airbus A380s.

The first route was flown from Abu Dhabi to Al Ain, and now over 1,000 flights per week serve 81 destinations across the world.

Etihad also runs an airline alliance called Etihad Airways Partners, and owns a share in Virgin Australia.

The airline recently confirmed that, in contrast to Air France, it does not intend to retire its Airbus A380 fleet in response to the COVID pandemic.

IATA Code	EY
Airline Hub	Abu Dhabi International Airport
Fleet Size	102
Number of Destinations	81
Airline Punctuality	'9 out of 10' rating
Alliance	Etihad Airways Partners
Loyalty Program	Etihad Guest
Inflight Magazine	Atlas
Airline Website	https://www.etihad.com/

Further information

Check-in information

You can check-in online via the Etihad Airways App, or at the airport.

Online Check-in:

Passengers can check-in online from 30 hours before departure up to 1 hour before the scheduled departure time.

Airport Check-in:

Etihad Airport check-in counters open 3 hours before the scheduled departure. If you are traveling from Abu Dhabi, the airport counter opens 4 hours prior to departure and closes 60 minutes before departure. For passengers flying First or Business Class from Abu Dhabi, the check-in counters close 45 minutes before departure.

Food on board

Whether you are flying Economy, Business, or First and the Residence Class, you are in for a delectable meal treat. You can pick from the varieties of dishes and beverages, and there are available options for vegetarians. Passengers traveling with kids can order their food 24 hours before the scheduled flight to have it available on board. The meals served onboard are inspired by destinations to enhance your in-flight experience.

Cabin classes

Etihad Airways offers 4 cabin classes: Economy Class, Business Class, First Class, and The Residence.

Economy Class:

Known as Coral Economy, this cabin class features comfortable seating options, on-demand inflight entertainment system with the latest movies, music, games, and TV Shows. For in-flight dining, passengers can enjoy a choice of three meals and beverages.

Business Class:

Etihad's Pearl Business Class offers passengers top-notch service with welcoming hospitality and comfort. It features a 1-2-1 seat configuration with direct access to the aisle. The seats can be converted into a 180-degree flatbed for a good night's rest, and they are equipped with power sockets, USB ports, Ethernet port, and audio jack. The inflight entertainment is on-demand on a 16-inch LCD screen, featuring the latest movies, TV shows, music, and games. The inflight dining boasts a comprehensive à la carte menus served with a variety of wine and beverages.

First Class:

Etihad Diamond First Class offers guests a luxury journey, right from take-off to arrival. The airline provides First Class passengers with a luxurious limousine for airport pick-up, a concierge service for baggage care, dedicated check-in at the counters, and premium lounge services. On-board, passengers can enjoy refined privacy, modern comfort, and personalized space. Features include 5'7" high sliding screen door, upholstered Poltrona Frau leather seats with built-in massager, which opens into a fully flatbed. For in-flight dining, First Class passengers can enjoy a selection of a la carte and Emirati dishes, delectable snacks, and a variety of wine collections.

The Residence:

Stay in a luxury three-room apartment onboard A380, featuring a separate living area, private bedroom, and an ensuite shower room. The airline offers guests world-class services, from VIP travel concierge, chauffeur-driven limousine to a private airport lounge, to first-class dining experience featuring gourmet cuisine, light snacks with wine, and beverages. Passengers can fly The Residence from or to Abu Dhabi, New York, Seoul, London, Paris, and Sydney.

Baggage information

Hand Luggage:

Passengers on Economy class are allowed to carry one bag up to 7kg while Business and first-class passengers are permitted to carry two bags with a combined weight of 12kg. Personal items like a backpack, handbag, laptop not weighing more than 5kg are allowed on board. Every other baggage needs to be checked in.

Checked Luggage:

Etihad has a straightforward baggage policy, Economy Class travellers can carry two bags weighing 23kg per bag. If you are traveling from Africa and India to the UK, you can carry up to 30kg and 40 kg, respectively.

Business and First class passengers can carry two bags weighing 32kg each. If you are traveling from or to Africa, you can carry up to 40kg (Business class) and up to 60kg (first-class passengers).

Infants & Children:

Infants are allowed a carry on luggage of 5kg. A 23kg checked baggage if traveling from/to the US or Canada, and a bag weighing 10kg if traveling