Etihad Airways Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and what makes it one of the Gulf's most premium carriers.
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Etihad Airways Airbus A350 climbing after takeoff
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Etihad Airways PJSC |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Alliance | None (independent) |
| Fleet Size | ~100 aircraft |
| Destinations | 70+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~20 million |
| Hub Airport | Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.4 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
Etihad Airways offers generous baggage limits across all cabin classes. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (all fares) | 50 × 40 × 25 cm |
| Weight limit | 7 kg Economy / 12 kg Business+ |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy — 1 × 23 kg (Value) / 2 × 23 kg (Classic+) | Included |
| Premium Economy — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business Class — 2 × 32 kg | Included |
| First Class — 3 × 32 kg | Included |
💡 Tip: Economy Value fares include only 1 × 23 kg — upgrade to Classic or higher for 2 bags. Compare total prices on Expedia before booking.
Cabin Classes
Four cabin classes — from Economy to the ultra-exclusive The Residence on select A380 flights
- 1–2 × 23 kg checked bags
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- E-BOX entertainment system
- Meals and drinks included
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- Extra legroom seat
- Enhanced dining service
- Priority boarding
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dining — dine-on-demand
- Abu Dhabi lounge access
Fleet Overview
Etihad Airways operates a lean, modern fleet focused on long-haul efficiency. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A350 taking off to landing
Route Network
Etihad Airways connects 70+ destinations worldwide via its hub in Abu Dhabi. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Madrid, Rome
- Dublin, Brussels
- Bangkok, Singapore
- Tokyo, Hong Kong
- Sydney, Melbourne
- Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta
- Dubai, Doha
- Beirut, Amman
- Nairobi, Johannesburg
- Lagos, Casablanca
- New York (JFK), Chicago
- Washington DC, Boston
- Toronto, São Paulo
- Los Angeles (seasonal)
Pros and Cons
- 🛏️ The Residence — world's only 3-room private suite
- 🍽️ Dine-on-demand in Business and First Class
- ✈️ Modern, fuel-efficient fleet (787, A350)
- 🎒 Generous baggage across all cabin classes
- 🌐 Good connectivity via Abu Dhabi hub
- 🌍 Smaller route network than Emirates or Qatar — see our airline comparison for alternatives
- 💰 Premium pricing across all cabin classes
- 🔄 All routes connect via Abu Dhabi
- 🤝 No alliance — fewer frequent flyer partnerships
- 🎒 Economy Value includes only 1 × 23 kg bag
Boeing 777 on approach to Abu Dhabi
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How to Book Etihad Airways Flights
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