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Etihad, Emirates ranked among world's safest airlines

Etihad tops world safety rankings as UAE airlines shine

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Etihad Airways crowned world's safest airline.

Up to 26% off: Etihad Airways launches global sale

Etihad’s Global Sale offers up to 26% off fares for travel through September 2026

The new route will add to Etihad's existing Tokyo service.

Will 2026 be Etihad’s biggest year yet?

Airline adds 29 aircraft and 16 routes in 2025 as load factors stay high

Record year for Etihad: 22.4m passengers, biggest fleet ever and 110 destinations.

UAE travel: Most punctual airlines, airports revealed

New data shows which airlines and airports were most reliable for on-time travel in 2025

Dubai International Airport (DXB) remains the world’s busiest airport in terms of airline seating capacity, combining domestic and international operations.

A first for Middle East: Etihad opens new Europe route

Only nonstop service between Abu Dhabi to the grand duchy to launch from October 2026

The flights will be operated using Etihad’s state-of-the-art A321LR, offering a three-class cabin including First Suites and lie-flat Business seats with direct aisle access.

Emirates expands Premium Economy service to more cities

Extra daily A350 flights added to Phuket, Cape Town and Copenhagen from summer

Emirates’ Premium Economy has quickly become one of its most popular products, sitting between Economy and Business Class.

Etihad cancels flights on key European route

Flights suspended as a national strike disrupts airport operations

Etihad has increased its aircraft fleet target from a previous 170 planes to 200 jets by 2030.

Etihad’s Neves says IPO is 'not the final destination'

Etihad’s strong cash flow from record profits funds $10 billion growth plan

The CEO framed the decision to list as driven by shareholders' financial objectives, not the airline's operating needs.

Etihad launches Abu Dhabi to Kazan flights

Etihad begins three weekly flights to Kazan, adding a key Russian city to its 2025 network

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Etihad issues travel advisory ahead of December rush

Etihad readies smooth travel experience amid record guest numbers this winter

To support a convenient journey, Etihad encourages guests to take advantage of the airline’s digital services, early check-in options.

Are UAE flights affected by Airbus A320 software fix?

Etihad restores A320 flights, Air Arabia implementing updates with limited disruption

the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) has cautioned passengers to take precautions when travelling abroad.

Etihad restores A320 schedule after Airbus software fix

Update completed swiftly as Etihad resumes full A320 service amid global Airbus recall

Suspensions, delays, and cancellations continue across the Middle East

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