Toronto Pearson Airport welcomed the arrival of Etihad Airways’ first Airbus A350 on October 27, 2024, marking an upgrade in the airline’s daily services between Abu Dhabi and Canada. The new aircraft extends the guest experience with its state-of-the-art design and Etihad’s latest cabin interior, representing the airline’s ongoing commitment to offering a world-class travel experience for passengers flying between Canada and the UAE.
42 weekly flights to North America
Etihad Airways also announced the start of daily flights to Boston, USA starting November 1, around six months after it inaugurated the Massachusetts route. The airline now flies 42 times a week to North America: twice daily to New York JFK, and daily to Boston, Chicago, Toronto, and Washington DC.
“We have seen significant demand on our Boston and Toronto routes. This expanding capacity gives our North American corporate and leisure travelers greater choice and flexibility when planning trips to the UAE and beyond to the Gulf region and the Indian subcontinent,” stated Arik De, Etihad’s chief revenue and commercial officer.
Etihad’s complimentary stopover program
Guests flying stateside can take advantage of the new U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility at Abu Dhabi, streamlining the immigration process and ensuring a hassle-free journey. Etihad’s complimentary stopover program means travelers can turn their layover into a memorable stay with up to two free nights at premium hotels in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the city’s growing appeal as a must-visit destination.
“The introduction of our A350 to Toronto and expanding to daily services to Boston reflect our ambitious growth plans in 2024, set to take another major leap at the end of November when we announce an exciting lineup of new destinations,” said De.
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European network upgrade
Etihad Airways also announced an enhancement to its European network recently. From October 1, 2025, the airline will offer daily services to both Dusseldorf, Germany, and Copenhagen, Denmark, further strengthening connections between the UAE and these European destinations.
The Dusseldorf route will see a substantial increase from its current schedule to a daily service. This expansion represents an addition of four weekly flights, providing passengers with greater flexibility and connectivity. Additionally, Dusseldorf will now be served year-round, offering consistent travel options throughout all seasons.
In addition, Etihad Airways will enhance the Copenhagen route from its present four-times-weekly schedule to daily operations. This change adds three more weekly flights to the Danish capital, further strengthening Etihad’s presence in Scandinavia.
These enhancements reflect Etihad’s commitment to expanding its global network and providing guests with even more flexible and reliable travel options between Abu Dhabi and key European and American cities.
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