Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, has announced its exciting Summer 2025 schedule, packed with new flight options and convenient connections. Get ready for double-daily flights to a range of top European destinations, starting from Abu Dhabi. This expanded schedule, now open for reservations, offers increased flight frequencies and convenient 2 p.m. departures, making Abu Dhabi even more appealing as a global tourism hub.
Etihad is stepping up its services to popular European hubs, providing year-round double-daily flights between Abu Dhabi and key cities like Paris, Milan, Rome, Manchester, Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Barcelona, and Madrid. Adding to the excitement, the seasonal route to Malaga will increase to five flights per week, giving travelers even greater flexibility for their summer getaways. With both morning and evening departures, passengers can choose the timing that best suits their travel plans.
But the expansion goes beyond Europe. Etihad is also boosting its global operations with daily summer flights to Bali, and increasing Sydney services to 10 flights a week, ensuring more travel options across its growing network.
Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, highlighted the strategic importance of this expansion: “We are delivering on our strategic promise to serve more key destinations twice daily as fast as we can, and our summer schedule underscores our commitment to growth and further supporting tourism in Abu Dhabi. By aligning our schedule to offer 2pm departures from Abu Dhabi, we provide guests with convenient check-out times from their hotels, allowing them to make the most of their stay in our beautiful city.” He continued, “Morning arrivals offer tourists the benefit of early hotel check-ins and extra time to explore the city’s attractions, and evening arrivals are ideal for those who prefer a seamless transition after work or other commitments. For business travellers, the schedules accommodate full working days at both the beginning and end of their trip. “Our commitment to providing remarkable travel experiences is stronger than ever, offering flights to the places our guests love, with flexible choices to match their schedule. We’re excited to add Warsaw and Prague to our network, and travellers can look forward to more route announcements very soon.”
Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub is further strengthened by Etihad’s expanded schedule, offering seamless connections to key international destinations. With ongoing strategic improvements to the timetable, passengers can expect an even smoother and more convenient journey. Etihad’s complimentary stopover program adds to this connectivity, turning layovers into exciting experiences. With up to two free nights at top-tier hotels in Abu Dhabi, visitors can fully explore the city’s growing appeal as a must-see destination.
