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Etihad Airways: the quieter way through the Gulf

Etihad is the smaller, calmer Gulf airline — a modern Abu Dhabi terminal, short connections and U.S. immigration cleared before you even board the flight home.

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Choose your seat

From Economy to a three-room suite

Etihad's cabins run from a solid Economy seat to The Residence on the A380 — a private living room, bedroom and bathroom. Most travellers sit somewhere in between.

Standard

Economy

  • Meals and drinks included
  • Seat-back screen and USB power
  • Fare types from Basic to Deluxe
  • Extra-legroom seats for a fee
Lie-flat

Business

  • Fully flat bed with aisle access
  • Suites with doors on newer jets
  • Dine anytime
  • Lounge access
A380 and select 787s

First

  • Private suite or "Apartment"
  • Separate seat and bed on the A380
  • Onboard chef
  • First lounge in Abu Dhabi
A380 only

The Residence

  • Living room, bedroom and shower
  • For one or two guests
  • Available on selected A380 routes
  • Sold as an upgrade from First
How the network works

One hub in Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi

Zayed International Airport · Terminal A

All Etihad flights connect at Zayed International Airport, whose main terminal opened in late 2023. It is spacious and far less crowded than its neighbours.

The airport is about 30 minutes from the city and roughly an hour from Dubai by road.

  • India and South AsiaOne of the largest Indian networks of any Gulf airline.
  • Indian OceanThe Maldives, Seychelles and Sri Lanka with one connection.
  • Southeast Asia and AustraliaBangkok, Phuket, Singapore, Sydney and Melbourne.
  • Africa and the Middle EastCairo, Nairobi, Johannesburg and cities across the Gulf.
Why people pick Etihad

Land in the U.S. as a domestic passenger

Abu Dhabi is one of very few airports outside North America with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection preclearance facility.

Immigration before you fly

Clear U.S. immigration and customs in Abu Dhabi, then walk straight out on arrival.

Quicker connections at home

With no arrival queue, onward domestic connections become far less stressful.

A calmer hub

Shorter walks and smaller crowds than the bigger Gulf airports.

Etihad Guest

Miles without an alliance

Etihad is not in an alliance, but Etihad Guest miles can be earned and spent on a long list of partner airlines. Higher tiers add lounge access, extra baggage and priority services.

Status levels, lowest to highest
Bronze
Silver
Gold
Platinum

Tier names and requirements are set by Etihad and can change.

Routes to watch

Popular Etihad routes

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U.S. to Abu Dhabi

CMH AUH Columbus → Abu Dhabi ~12h 40m nonstop from$665 CMH AUH Columbus → Abu Dhabi ~13h 00m nonstop from$689 CMH AUH Columbus → Abu Dhabi ~13h 30m nonstop from$705 CMH AUH Columbus → Abu Dhabi ~12h 30m nonstop from$678

Via Abu Dhabi

CMH BOM Columbus → Mumbai 1 stop in Abu Dhabi from$718 CMH DEL Columbus → Delhi 1 stop in Abu Dhabi from$734 CMH BKK Columbus → Bangkok 1 stop in Abu Dhabi from$829 CMH SIN Columbus → Singapore 1 stop in Abu Dhabi from$872

Fares are indicative one-way economy prices and change with dates and availability. Click a route for live prices.

Pack right

Etihad baggage basics

Economy carry-on7 kg / 15 lbOne bag plus a small personal item
Business carry-on2 bagsUp to 12 kg in total
Checked, U.S. routes1–2 × 23 kgEconomy, depends on fare type
Checked, elsewhere23–35 kgTotal weight by fare type

The lowest Economy fares include the least baggage. We confirm the exact allowance on your ticket before you pay.

From our travel desk

Six tips for cheaper Etihad fares

01

Arrive early for preclearance

On flights to the U.S., preclearance closes well before departure. Allow extra time in Abu Dhabi.

02

Compare Economy fare types

Basic is cheapest but restrictive. Value or Comfort add baggage and cheaper changes.

03

Look for stopover deals

Etihad regularly promotes free or discounted hotel nights in Abu Dhabi for transit passengers.

04

Use it for Dubai too

Abu Dhabi airport is about an hour from Dubai, and Etihad runs coach connections on some tickets.

05

Book India early for holidays

Fares rise fast around Diwali, December and summer school holidays.

06

Ask about phone-only fares

Our agents can sometimes access fares that do not appear online.

Booking with us

Your EY ticket in four steps

  1. Step 1

    Search

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  2. Step 2

    Compare

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  3. Step 3

    Add details

    Enter traveller names exactly as on ID and add your Etihad Guest number.

  4. Step 4

    Fly

    Get your confirmation by email, then check in with Etihad before you fly.

Good to know

Etihad Airways FAQs

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Is SkylineSparrow the same as Etihad Airways?
No. SkylineSparrow is an independent travel agency. We help you search, compare and book Etihad Airways flights, but we are not owned by or affiliated with the airline.
Which U.S. cities does Etihad fly from?
Etihad flies from New York JFK, Washington Dulles, Chicago and Boston, and has been adding more U.S. cities. Ask us for the current list.
What is U.S. preclearance in Abu Dhabi?
U.S. immigration and customs checks are done in Abu Dhabi before departure, so you arrive in the U.S. like a domestic passenger and skip the arrival queues.
Is Etihad the same as Emirates?
No. They are separate airlines. Etihad is based in Abu Dhabi; Emirates is based in Dubai.
What is The Residence?
A three-room suite on Etihad's A380 with a living room, bedroom and private shower. It is available only on selected A380 routes.
Is Etihad part of an alliance?
No. It works through individual partnerships and codeshares instead, including with several U.S. and European airlines.
Is it cheaper to book Etihad Airways over the phone?
Sometimes. Our travel experts can see phone-only fares and alternative routings. Call +1 (888) 356-6085 any time — we're available 24/7.
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