Etihad Airways Resumes Limited Flights Starting March 6

Flights are partially back!

Etihad Airways has announced that it will resume a limited number of flights from today, March 6, 2026, reconnecting Abu Dhabi with several key destinations around the world

Passengers who already have bookings will be reaccommodated on these flights as soon as possible, and new tickets are also available through the airline’s website. Travellers are advised not to head to the airport unless they’ve been contacted by Etihad or have a confirmed booking on one of the operating flights.

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The decision was made with authorities after thorough safety and security checks

For now, all other scheduled commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi remain temporarily suspended, although more destinations may be added as conditions improve.

Passengers affected by the disruption will receive direct updates from Etihad about their flight status and available options. Travellers are encouraged to make sure their contact details are up to date and keep an eye on their email for updates.

Guests holding Etihad tickets issued on or before February 28, 2026, for travel up to March 21, 2026, can rebook free of charge on Etihad-operated flights until May 15, 2026. Those who prefer not to travel before March 21 can also request a refund through the airline’s website or their travel agent.

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The routes

Flights operating between March 6 and March 19 will connect Abu Dhabi with a wide range of destinations including London, New York, Paris, Bangkok, Istanbul, Jeddah, Cairo, Mumbai, Sydney, and Toronto, among many others.

Passengers are encouraged to check the latest flight status on the Etihad website before travelling to the airport, as schedules may change.

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