Etihad opens booking for Indonesian island Medan
UAE's national carrier Etihad Airways has announced that booking is now open for travellers looking to visit the Indonesian island destination of Medan.
Medan, the capital of North Sumatra in Indonesia, is known for its vibrant culture, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks.
The airline is set to fly three times a week to Kualanamu International Airport (KNO), Medan from Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi, starting from October 2, operating on one of its new A321LR aircraft.
The destination is just one of 14 already announced by Etihad this year, with more expected to come, said the national airline in a statement.
These flights are being timed to make the most of a leisure break, it added.-TradeArabia News Service
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