01-08-2025
- Business
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways just made Abu Dhabi one of the most connected cities in the world: Here's how
Whether you're planning a quick getaway or long-haul adventure, flying in and out of Abu Dhabi just got even easier.
Etihad Airways is expanding its global reach through a wave of new airline partnerships – and that means more routes, more choice and more reasons to start your journey in the capital.
The national carrier now works with over 40 international airlines, linking travellers to more than 100 destinations on its own network and over 300 worldwide when you factor in its codeshare partners. This puts Abu Dhabi 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 and Air Europa, which join an already impressive lineup that includes Air Seychelles, India's Akasa Air, Portugal's TAP and Greek carrier Sky Express.
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.
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