Etihad Launches Nonstop Abu Dhabi–Calgary Service
Etihad Airways began nonstop flights between Abu Dhabi and Calgary on October 25, with the inaugural flight arriving in Canada the next day.
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Etihad Airways began nonstop service between Abu Dhabi and Calgary on October 25, 2026. Flight EY-29 departed Abu Dhabi that day and arrived in Calgary on October 26, local time.
Key details
- The route is scheduled to operate four times per week.
- The inaugural flight used a two-class Boeing 787-9 with 28 business-class seats and 262 economy-class seats.
- The flight was reported as sold out.
Etihad’s Boeing 787-9 for the inaugural flight had 28 business-class seats and 262 economy-class seats.
Why it matters
The new nonstop link gives travelers a direct connection between Calgary and Etihad’s Abu Dhabi hub. Passengers can also connect onward from Abu Dhabi to destinations across the airline’s network.
What happens next
Etihad’s four-weekly schedule will add a new nonstop option between Alberta and the United Arab Emirates. Which destinations would you like to reach through this Calgary connection?
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