Etihad Airways expands network to 300+ global destinations
Etihad Airways has revealed that it is expanding its global reach through a wave of new airline partnerships, which will allow travellers to reach more than 300 destinations globally.
The Abu Dhabi-based airline now has more than 40 codeshare partners in its network, which allows it to make flights on other airlines available via their own channels, giving travellers more options when booking their next dream holiday.
The national carrier links travellers to more than 100 destinations on its own network and over 300 worldwide when you factor in its codeshare partners. This puts the UAE capital firmly on the map as one of the most accessible cities on the planet.
Among its most recent tie-ups? Ethiopian Airlines, Azul Brazliian Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air Europa, and Akasa Air, which serve Ethiopia, Brazil, China, Spain and India, respectively.
These agreements join an already impressive line-up that includes Air Seychelles, Portugal's TAP and Greek carrier Sky Express.
Credit: Etihad Airways
Together, these collabs give Abu Dhabi stronger links to Africa, Asia, Europe and beyond – and open the city up to even more inbound visitors.
Etihad's loyalty programme also happens to be one of the largest of any non-alliance airline, with 25 partner carriers allowing frequent flyers to earn and spend rewards across hundreds of global routes.
More global carriers are expected to tap into the capital's potential in the months ahead, so stay tuned.
Arik De, chief revenue and commercial officer at Etihad Airways, said: 'Every partnership we build strengthens the connectivity, choice and experience for our guests, while positioning Abu Dhabi as a key world destination.
'Through our strategic partnerships, we have brought major international airlines such as Ethiopian Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air Seychelles, Air Europa and Akasa Air to Abu Dhabi.
'These partnerships are not only expanding access to critical markets such as China, North America, Africa and Europe, they are also contributing directly to the growth of Abu Dhabi's tourism, affirming the city's role as a hub for innovation, tourism and global business.'
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