From Abu Dhabi to the world
Elevate your travel experiences with Etihad Airways, the proud national airline of the UAE. Since 2003, Etihad Airways has been committed to setting a new standard of air travel. With a modern and innovative fleet of aircraft, Etihad operates flights to over 75 global destinations, positioning itself as a global leader in air travel. Whether you are travelling to Abu Dhabi or beyond, Etihad promises an unparalleled journey. Expect comfort, convenience, state-of-the-art facilities, and extraordinary Emirati hospitality on every flight.
Our home, Abu Dhabi
Due to its convenient geographic location, the UAE’s capital city is a perfect gateway to the Middle East and the rest of the world. Abu Dhabi is blessed by year-round sunshine and boasts more than 700km of coastline with pristine beaches, over 200
islands, and lush mangrove forests. Beyond the city’s modern skyline, visitors can discover the traditions and rich heritage of the emirate by visiting the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque or one of Abu Dhabi’s museums, fortresses and archaeological
sites. Thrill-seekers can enjoy fun-filled activities on Yas Island, where they will find Yas Waterworld, Ferrari World and the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 course.
Our US Schedule
We fly four times a week from Boston to Abu Dhabi, daily flights from Chicago and Washington, and two flights every day from New York.
Etihad Guest
Join Etihad Guest, our award-winning loyalty programme, and explore a world of benefits that will elevate your travel experiences. As a member, you’ll unlock personalised benefits and earn miles when you fly with us or our partners. Use your miles for exciting rewards, like flights, upgrades, hotel stays, and gifts from the exclusive Reward Shop.
Codeshare partners
In addition to our Etihad Airways Partners, we have codeshare agreements with other airlines that give you access to over 600 destinations.
It means you have more options and connections, and you only need to make one booking and have one ticket for your journey.
Get comfortable in your state-of-the-art seat and dive into over a thousand hours of on-demand inflight entertainment on your personal seatback screen. Enjoy the latest blockbusters, TV shows, music, and games, or catch live news and sports! In Economy, you have a choice of complimentary meals and drinks on every flight. If you're flying Business Class or above, you can dine whenever you're hungry from our extensive à la carte menu that features global flavours and everyday favourites.
Check in online from 30 hours before your flight. In just a few minutes, scan or upload your documents, pick your preferred seat and download your boarding pass if you’re eligible. And with all your document checks done before you leave home, you’ll save time at the airport too.
Extra legroom seats
Looking for more space to stretch out on your flight? Treat yourself to an Extra Legroom seat and take your trip to the next level. You can choose your seat during online check-in, visit Manage your booking, or upgrade at the airport. Booking an Extra Legroom seat is free when you book a Deluxe fare.
Terms and conditions Extra legroom seats
Availability
Extra Legroom is subject to availability, terms and conditions. The closer you get to your flight, there will be fewer seats available for you to select from. All seats are subject to availability. In almost all cases, you will receive the seat that you’ve booked. However, there may be last-minute operational changes that mean we need to allocate you a different seat. If this happens, we will always try to choose a similar seat for you.
If you wish to purchase a seat located next to an emergency exit, you must meet a minimum set of safety requirements. Please make sure that you meet all of these requirements before buying your seat.
If you meet all of the safety conditions, we strongly recommend that you book early as seats are available on a first-come, first served basis.
The price of the seat is per person, per flight sector. In the event of an aircraft type change, Etihad will exert its reasonable efforts to re-accommodate guests in similar seats. In the case where seats in Extra legroom seats are not available, Etihad will refund the amount paid per person, per sector which cannot be accommodated.
Extra legroom seats are assigned only upon full payment of the associated seat fees and ticket fare. Payment for the Extra legroom seats will not earn any additional Etihad Guest Miles points.
Partner airlines
Extra Legroom is only available on Etihad-operated flights and not on flights operated by our partner airlines.
Refunds and transfers
If you paid for the following seats but you weren’t given them on board, you are entitled to a full refund:
- Extra Legroom
- Economy Standard
- If you booked one position of seat (for example, window, middle or aisle) and you were given a different position of seat
You are not entitled to a refund if:
- You are allocated the same type of seat, but on a different row (for example, if you booked an Economy Standard seat by the window on one row 12A and are allocated an Economy Standard seat on another row)
- You upgraded to a higher cabin (for example, if you previously paid for your choice of seat then you either chose to upgrade yourself or accepted an upgrade)
- If you chose one type of seat and then upgraded to a Neighbour-Free Seat or higher cabin
- If you made changes to your flight itinerary after you bought your seat or if your itinerary was changed by another airline
Conditions
A boarding pass for Extra Legroom will only be issued once we confirm that all safety criteria has been met, as outlined in our terms and conditions.
If Etihad Guest Service staff confirm that the guest does not meet any of the required safety criteria, we may re-assign you to an Economy Standard seat before or during the journey without refund of the Economy Space reservation fees.
These important safety requirements mean that although you’ll be able to use web and kiosk check-in, you are subject to being moved if you do not meet the exit row seating criteria.
Safety requirements
Guests in an exit row seat in Extra Legroom must meet the following requirements:
- Aged 18 years or older
- Able to move freely without the use of a mobility aid (for instance, a wheelchair, cane, cast, walker or crutches)
- Have sufficient ability and strength in both arms, hands and legs
- Not require a seat belt extension
- Speak and understand English
- See and hear well enough to understand visual and verbal instructions
- Physically and mentally able to care for themselves and free from any condition which might prevent them from performing any duties in the unlikely event of an emergency
- Not pregnant
- Not travelling with a falcon
- Not travelling with a pet
