Etihad Airways

Our Story

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has in just eight years established itself as the world’s leading airline. Set up by Royal (Amiri) Decree in July 2003, Etihad commenced commercial operations in November 2003 and have gone on to become the fastest growing airline in the history of commercial aviation.
 

Its main base is Abu Dhabi International Airport with its head office in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi.
 

Our hub

Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is the airline’s hub. The airline seeks to reflect the best of Arabian hospitality - cultured, considerate, warm and generous - as well as enhance the prestige of Abu Dhabi as a centre of hospitality between East and West.

 

Fleet and Network

The airline operates more than 1000 flights per week to 71 destinations in 46 countries via a fleet of 61 aircraft. Its operation is heavily centered in Europe and Asia, as well as Oceania, Africa and North America.

In addition, Etihad has 26 code-share agreements in place, building the airline’s international network.

As one of the youngest fleets in the world, Etihad continues to invest in new aircraft and aircraft enhancements. The mission is to make flying experience more personalized, comfortable and luxurious.

In June 2004, the airline made an US$8-billion aircraft order for five Boeing 777-300ERs and 24 Airbus aircraft, including four A380-800s. The airline announced what was the largest aircraft order in commercial aviation history at the Farnborough International Air show in 2008, for up to 205 aircraft – 100 firm orders, 55 options and 50 purchase rights.
 

Our Product

The boutique hotel style service offers a memorable travel experience on board of Etihad Airways. Guests will experience the warm hospitality and unparalleled personal service from the moment their journey begins. In each class of travel – Coral Economy, Pearl Business or Diamond First Class, Etihad Airways presents a combination of space, comfort and a selection of classic cuisines so that the journey becomes a real pleasure. Our great on demand entertainment system offers a great choice of more than 600 hours of films, TV programs and more than 500 hours of music.

To our Premium passengers travelling in Pearl Business or Diamond First Class Etihad offers complimentary chauffeur service or access to Etihad lounges Worldwide.
 

Awards

Etihad has received a range of awards that reflects its position as the leading premium airline brand in the world, including ‘World’s Leading Airline’ at the World Travel Awards in 2010. Other awards received by Etihad Airways are:

• World Travel Awards (WTA) designation for having the Best Business Class in the world in 2009.
• In 2009 and 2010 Etihad Airways won the ‘World's Leading Airline‘ award at the World Travel Awards in London.
• In 2010, Etihad Airways won the ‘World's Best First Class‘ award by Skytrax at Hamburg
• Etihad also received awards for ‘Best First Class catering‘ and ‘Best First Class Seat‘ as well.

Sponsorship

Etihad is proud to support a range of sporting and cultural events in the United Arab Emirates and worldwide. These sponsorships are consistent with Etihad’s values of hospitality, team spirit, and helping bring Abu Dhabi to the World and the World to Abu Dhabi. Our major sponsorships include Etihad Stadium, Ferrari Formula 1 Team, F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Sport Australia Hall of Fame and Manchester City Football Club.