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Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is the second flag carrier airline of the United Arab Emirates. Its head office is in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, near Abu Dhabi International Airport. Etihad commenced operations in November 2003. It is the second-largest airline in the UAE after Emirates. The name Etihad is Arabic for ‘United’. The airline operates more than 1,000 flights per week to over 120 passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America, with a fleet of 102 Airbus and Boeing aircraft as of February 2020. In 2015, Etihad carried 14.8 million passengers, a 22.3% increase from the previous year, delivering revenues of US$9.02 billion and net profits of US$103 million. Its main base is Abu Dhabi International Airport. Etihad Airways connects to over 120 destinations across the globe. The airline has a fleet of 117 aircraft and flies to top cities such as Sydney, Sao Paulo, Beijing, Frankfurt, London, San Francisco, Miami, Los Angeles and Dallas. The airline shares codeshare agreements with several airlines, including Aer Lingus, Air France, All Nippon Airways, Air Astana, American Airlines, Bangkok Airways, Kenya Airways and South African Airways.
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Etihad Airways Class of Services
First Class
- With Etihad Airways you will never have a dull moment. Watch a movie or a TV show, listen to different genre of music, play games and more in your personal world-class entertainment system.
- Feel right at home while flying with Etihad Airways. First Class passengers are provided with comfortable loungewear.
- Exquisite care is taken for your relaxation and comfort in the first class as it comes equipped with fully-flat bed, COCO-MAT mattress, pillow as well as a duvet.
- A special kit is provided to all the First Class flyers that contains all kinds of skin care products as well as other essentials.
- Passengers of the First Class are served an exotic food and drinks menu crafted by well-trained in-flight chefs.
Business Class
- Every seat in the Business Class is appointed with a massage functionality, adjustable headrest and footrest, and pillows.
- Onboard dining for the first class flyers includes À la carte dining and International buffet. There are coffee stations as well on the flight. Indulge in five-star dining and fine wines with the airline “Dine Anytime” option.
- Business Class passengers are offered a top-notch entertainment system equipped with 15.4 inch touch-screen TV and 750 hours of entertainment.
- Business Class flyers enjoy access to the premium lounges of the airline at different airports across the world. All the lounges are well equipped with luxurious amenities and services like spa, shower rooms, relaxation area, family room, business centre, TV pods.
Economy Class
- Economy Class is appointed with several facilities, such as spacious seats with fixed wing headrest and more legroom.
- In-flight entertainment includes on-demand audio and video, personal TV screen and noise reduction headsets.
- Also, a special kit is provided to the passengers of Economy Class that consists of eyeshades, socks, toothpaste, toothbrush and earplugs.
What is the baggage allowance for Etihad?
- Baggage Allowance: Two carry-on which cannot be beyond 17 in x 28 in x 35 in / 45 cm x 72 cm x 90 cm.
- Economy: 50 pounds (23 kg)
- Economy Saver 66 pounds (30 kg)
- Economy Flex: 77 pounds (35 kg)
- Business Class: 88 pounds (40 kg)
- First Class: 110 pounds (50 kg)
- Maximum weight should not be beyond 88 lb/40 kg.
All checked bags must adhere to the maximum linear dimensions of
- To or from Canada and the US: 62 inches (158 cm) or 27.5 x 19.7 x 15 inches (70 x 50 x 38 cm)
- To or from all other destinations: 81.5 inches (207 cm) or 35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)
How much does Etihad weigh hand luggage?
Etihad hand luggage should be able to fit the overhead cabin or fit in the front of the seat. In addition, the carry-on hand luggage should not be more than 30 kgs.
Can you check in through an online web portal or app?
Yes, you have the option of the web check-in, allowing you to check in between 1-48 hours before departure time.
What are the ways to change seats while checking in online?
You can do it in both ways:
- Airport kiosk
- Or by web booking
If you are planning to avail the airport check-in option, what should you do?
- Etihad’s check-in counters will be open at least three hours before the departure scheduled (four hours for flights from Abu Dhabi).
- Check-in closes 60 minutes before departure,
- Except for Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class passengers at Abu Dhabi, the check-in closes 45 minutes before departure.
How early should you reach for check-in?
- Check-in shall be open before your scheduled departure at least 4 hours which closes 60 minutes.
- If you are flying business then, 45 minutes
- If you are flying directly to the US, the check-in will close two hours before your scheduled departure time.