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The easiest way to view your bookings or make changes to an upcoming flight is at etihad.com/manage. From there you can update your contact details, book extras like bags and seats, check in, download your boarding pass and make additional requests for things like meals and assistance.

 

If you booked through a travel agent, you will need to be speak to them directly to make any changes.

Whether you can make changes to your flight or not depends on the fare that you've booked. Some of our fares offer free and flexible changes, so always check before you book. 

 

*The quickest way to view or manage your booking is to visit etihad.com/manage
 

*A fee may apply to change or cancel your flight, depending on the route and fare that you’ve booked
 

*If you've booked multiple fares, the most restrictive fare rule will apply 
 

*If you need to cancel your booking, your refund will be subject to the fare rules of your original ticket
 

*You can make changes to your flight up to four days before you fly
 

*You will not be charged a change or refund fee in the unfortunate event of the death of a guest or an immediate family member (official documentation is required)
 

*You can request a refund up to four hours before your flight, otherwise a no-show fee will be applied.

Changes to a GuestSeat are permitted up to seven days before you fly. You may be charged the fare difference in Etihad Guest Miles along with a AED 100 fee.  You can also cancel a GuestSeat up to one day before your departure, but you will be charged a 75% refund fee. 

 

If you’re an Etihad Guest Platinum member and have selected ‘Same Day Flexibility’ as one of your Custom Benefits, you can change your flight to an alternative one on the same route and date, subject to availability.

 

If you do not turn up for your flight, you will still be charged and will not be entitled to a refund. 

Yes! Children aged up to three years old travelling on a child’s ticket may use certain approved car-seats. As the parent or guardian, you are responsible for correctly installing the device as per the manufacturer’s instructions and restrictions.

 

*Children must be properly secured in the car seat and accompanied by an adult in the adjacent seat for take-off and landing

*Car seats must be forward or rear facing with a harness that can be strapped to a seat with a seatbelt only

*Rearward facing seats are restricted to infants from 0 to six months weighing less than 10kg and are only allowed in First or Business cabins

*The car seat must be in good condition and show no signs of damage

*The car seat harness must have a single release button and must secure the infant's lap, torso and crotch

 

As per the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, the following car-seats and child restraint devices are accepted on board:

 

*Australian Car-Seat regulations

*USA Standards FMVSS213

*Canadian Standard CMVSS 213

*European Standards ECE R44 or ECE R129

*German Standards (TÜV Doc.TÜV/958-01/2001)

You can travel with more than one child as long as they are aged two years or older.

 

If you’re travelling with more than one infant under two, every infant must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.

You’re welcome to breastfeed on board, and you may wish to bring a muslin or scarf to cover up whilst you do so. Blankets, where available, can be requested from our cabin crew for additional privacy.

 

We provide bottled drinking water on board which you are welcome to use to make your baby’s milk.

Log in to etihad.com/manage or add your trip to the Etihad Airways app to view your full trip itinerary and the status of your flight.  Ensure your contact details are up to date to receive real-time flight updates.

Here's a description of each flight status:
 

  • Departed: The flight has left its point of origin.
  • Delayed: We’re expecting this flight to depart later than planned. The original departure time will be crossed out, and the new departure and arrival times will be in red.
  • Scheduled: We’re expecting this flight to depart as planned.
  • On time: Shown on the day of travel, this indicates the flight is operating at the planned time. 
  • Arrived: This flight has landed on time.
  • Arrived late: This flight landed later than scheduled. The planned arrival time will be crossed out, and the actual arrival time will be in red.
  • Awaiting response: Information for this flight is yet to be updated. Please check again later. 

If both of your flights are operated by Etihad and booked together, we’ll automatically rebook you on the next available flight, and you can check the new details at etihad.com/manage.

 

If your connecting flight is with another airline, please contact them directly for help.

For any Etihad flight, please make sure your contact details are up to date by visiting etihad.com/manage, so we can notify you about any changes to your trip."

If you left something behind on your flight to Abu Dhabi, please complete our lost and found form above and we’ll do our best to help you find it.
 

Any items that have not been claimed after 15 days will be handed over to the local authorities at Zayed international Airport.
 

For all other flights, please get in touch with the baggage services team at the airport that you landed in.
 

Etihad Airways is not liable for the loss of personal items left on board our aircraft or in our airport lounges. 

This depends on where you think you lost your item.

If you left something behind in an Etihad Airways lounge in Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, please complete our lost and found form above. For anywhere else in Zayed Airport, including security screening points, immigration, at a gate or any other lounge, you’ll need to get in touch with Zayed Airport.

 

Any items that have not been claimed after 15 days will be handed over to the local authorities at Zayed International Airport.

If you require a wheelchair, please request one at etihad.com/manage at least 48 hours before your flight. That way, we can make sure everything is in place for a smooth journey.   

 

You can request one of the following wheelchairs:   

 

  • A Ramp Wheelchair (WCHR) if you’re unable to walk long distances.   

  • A Step Wheelchair (WCHS) if you’re unable to walk long distances and manage stairs.     

  • A Cabin Wheelchair (WCHC) if you are completely immobile and require assistance to and from your seat on board. If you have a medical condition and need a cabin wheelchair, you must have medical clearance <link to media form> to fly.    

You can bring your own wheelchair for free in addition to your checked baggage allowance. The height of the wheelchair should not exceed 120cm. Some battery-powered wheelchairs and mobility aids require prior approval. Find out more at medicalassistance@etihad.com or get in touch.

If you have a physical or cognitive disability, remember to visit etihad.com/manage to request medical assistance before you book your seat. Then, select your seat for free online or by calling us.

 

Alternatively, you can select your seat any time before you fly at etihad.com/manage, and it’s free when you book a Comfort or Deluxe fare. If you choose not to select your seat before online check-in opens, we’ll automatically assign you a suitable seat free of charge.

 

If you have a disability or mobility impairment, you will not be permitted to sit in an emergency exit seat, or in a row behind or in front of an emergency exit.

 

It’s also important to note that the number of passengers unable to assist with their own emergency evacuation must not exceed the number of passengers who are able to. People able to assist in an emergency evacuation are defined as being aged 18 or older, without any physical or mental disability or reduced mobility, and travelling without infants or pets.

If you’re travelling with a medical condition, we’ll do everything we can to make your journey as smooth and comfortable as possible. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, we advise that you see your doctor before you fly.

Always make sure that you have valid and health insurance for your trip.

 

Nurse on board

 

Fly with peace of mind thanks to our onboard nurse service. Our fully-trained nurse will be on hand throughout the entire journey; they’ll ensure that all medical forms and documents are in place, assist with boarding and offer medical assistance during the flight

To book, call +971 600 555 666 or complete a MEDIF form.

 

Medication

 

Always carry medication in your cabin baggage with a prescription or letter from your doctor. Regulations will vary depending on the country that you are visiting so always familiarise yourself with what medication you can or cannot take with you on your trip. Medication cannot be refrigerated onboard. Guests who have to administer injections onboard are urged to dispose of needles and syringes responsibly by informing a cabin crew member.

 

Allergies and anaphylaxis

 

We cannot guarantee a cabin environment or food that will be free of specific allergens. If you have any dietary requirements, please request a meal before you fly.

If you are at risk of anaphylaxis due to allergens, you must:

  • Carry an auto-injector device (for instance, an EpiPen) or syringe in your cabin baggage and ensure that you or an escort are willing and capable to administer it. Ensure that you have enough medication for the duration of your flight.
  • Present a medical certificate or doctor's letter to the airline confirming your need for an auto-injector device – the certificate or letter must not be older than three months from the date of travel
  • Ask for a preventative treatment from your doctor and complete a MEDIF for clearance to fly


Arthritis

 

If you suffer from arthritis, you do not need medical clearance to fly. However, if your mobility is severely impaired, a medical report and MEDIF is required.

 

Artificial limbs

 

Medical clearance is not required for guests who can use aircraft facilities on their own.

 

Asthma

 

If you suffer from asthma, you do not need medical clearance to fly. However, if you require oxygen, a medical report and MEDIF is required.

Always make sure to carry your medication in your cabin baggage.

 

Blind or visual impairment

 

If you are blind or have a visual impairment, please let us know at least 48 hours before your flight so that we can make arrangements to assist you during your trip. When you arrive at the airport, please notify our staff so that we can help you get to the gate and board the aircraft. On board, our cabin crew will read the menu for you, help you identify food items, place them on your tray and assist with opening packages if you need it.

You do not need medical clearance to fly unless:

  • You are temporarily blind
  • You are travelling as part of a group of visually impaired guests


Deaf, hearing impairment or mute

 

If you are deaf, have a hearing impairment or are mute, please let us know at least 48 hours before your flight so that we can make arrangements to assist you during your trip. On board, our cabin crew will update you when we make announcements. You do not need medical clearance to fly.

 

Diabetes

 

If you have diabetes, you do not need medical clearance to fly. However, if you require a specific meal or treatment during the flight, please let us know at least 24 hours before your flight.

Always carry medication, including insulin, appropriately packaged in your cabin baggage with a prescription or letter from your doctor. Regulations will vary depending on the country that you are visiting so always familiarise yourself with what medication you can or cannot take with you on your trip. Please always dispose of needles and syringes responsibly by informing a member of our cabin crew.

You may require medical clearance if your condition is unstable or you have recently been admitted to hospital.

 

Fractures

 

If you have a fracture and a cast (the cast must be at least 48 hours old), you will require a medical certificate to fly.

Plasters should be split for fresh injuries (48 hours or less) which could swell inside the cast on a long flight.

Extra legroom for leg elevation is not possible in our Economy cabins. If you need to keep your foot elevated, please consider booking one of our premium cabins.

 

Lung or heart disease

 

If you suffer from a cardiopulmonary condition which causes dyspnoea on walking more than 100m, or which has resulted in requiring oxygen in hospital or at home (or previously required in-flight), you may require supplemental oxygen on board.

Aircraft oxygen is for emergency use only.

If you request continuous oxygen or the use of a stretcher, you must provide a recent and detailed medical report, including the oxygen saturation on room air, on supplemental oxygen and oxygen flow rate, along with your MEDIF certificate.

 

Physical disabilities and supporting devices

 

We have a number of wheelchair options available to help guests with limited mobility. Please simply request assistance in advance to avoid delays at the airport. Electric wheelchairs must be dry-cell operated in order to meet our cabin safety requirements.

Assistive devices such as canes, crutches and foldable walkers are allowed in the cabin, but they must be securely stored before take-off and landing. Cabin chairs are available on board all of our flights to assist non-ambulatory guests to move to and from the aircraft toilets. The majority of our aircraft are also equipped with accessible toilets.

Civil Aviation Rules require all guests to be able to keep the aircraft seat with the seat back in the upright position when required. The following supporting devices are acceptable for upper torso support

  • CARES Harness for children over 1 year old and weighing up to 20kg (Economy only)
  • SPECIAL CARES Harness for adult guests with special needs and children weighing more than 20kg
  • CRELLING Harness (Model 27)
    • Economy cabin only: Type 27I (2-5 years) and Type 27A (5-8 years)
    • All cabins: Type 27B (9 years - adult)
  • CRELLING Shoulder Strap (HSB1)
    • Economy cabin only: Type HSB1 (2 years - adult)


Decompression sickness

 

Decompression sickness occurs if diving is followed immediately by travel to altitudes above sea level. If you have been scuba diving, we advise you delay your travel by 24 hours and by 48 hours after decompression diving.

If you’re suffering from decompression sickness, you will need to obtain medical clearance through MEDIF. Refer to our Fitness to fly guidelines to understand how soon you are able to travel after suffering from decompression sickness.

 

In some cases, you may be required to travel with a safety assistant or a personal care attendant. An escort must be above the age of 18 years old and both physically and mentally capable of attending to the guest.

 

Safety assistant

 

A safety assistant will help a guest to exit the aircraft in the case of an emergency evacuation or will establish communication with our cabin crew for the safety briefing. A safety assistant will not look after a guest’s personal needs.

A safety assistant is required in the following situations

  • Stretcher case: The safety assistant must be capable of attending to the medical needs of the guest
  • Mental disability or impairment: The guest is unable to comprehend or respond to safety instructions
  • Severe mobility impairment: The guest is unable to evacuate without help
  • Severe hearing and vision impairments

 

Personal care attendant

 

A personal care attendant should be fully familiar with the condition and requirements of the guest and is capable of attending to their needs throughout the flight. This includes administering medication, eating and drinking and help with using the toilet facilities.

Guests who are not self-reliant are strongly recommended to travel with a personal care attendant.

Approved devices

 

All medical devices intended to be used on board must be labelled by the manufacturer to reflect that it has been tested to meet applicable United States Federal Aviation Authority/Department of Transportation requirements for medical portable electronic devices.

 

Alternatively, you may provide a compliance letter or certificate from the manufacturer stating the FAA approval. All medical devices must be dry-cell battery operated with sufficient battery supply for 1.5 times the flight duration.

 

All ventilated cases require prior submission of MEDIF to obtain medical clearance and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Etihad Airways Medical Centre. If approved, all ventilated cases must be accompanied by a physician experienced in aeromedical transportation.

 

Battery requirements

 

Lithium battery powered medical devices with a watt rating between 100Wh – 160Wh, or with a lithium metal content between 2g – 8 g, require prior approval. If approved, you may carry a maximum of two spare batteries. Please get in touch with our Global Contact Centre at least 48 hours before your flight. 

 

For all other battery powered medical devices, you must carry sufficient battery supply to power the device for 1.5 times the flight duration. This includes lithium batteries with a Wh rating of up to 100Wh, or with a lithium metal content of up to 2g.

Spare batteries must be carried in cabin baggage only. They must be individually packaged in a way that protects them from damage and that all terminals are insulated. 

 

If you are carrying a battery-powered medical device on board but do not intend to use it during the flight,  or if you are carrying the device in your checked baggage, the device must be properly switched off (not in sleep or hibernation mode) and protected from damage or unintentional activation.

 

Portable oxygen concentrator

 

If you intend to use your own device on board, you must submit a MEDIF to obtain medical clearance at least 72 hours before your flight. You must use your own Personal Oxygen Concentrator (POC) before boarding, after landing and during transit.

 

We provide oxygen (with a simple facemask or nasal cannula at 1L, 2L, 3L, or 4L/min) for use onboard our aircraft. 4L/min may not be available on certain long-haul routes. We use the “Zero Two” oxygen cylinder which is compatible with other medical equipment. You can find more details and specifications here.

 

You must also present a medical certificate, signed by a licensed physician, at check-in at least one hour before your flight.

 

The medical certificate must state

 

Whether the user of the device has the physical and cognitive ability to see, hear and understand the device’s aural and visual cautions and warnings and is able, without assistance, to take the appropriate action in response to those cautions and warnings

Whether or not oxygen use is medically necessary for all or a portion of the duration of the trip

 

Specify the maximum oxygen flow rate (corresponding to the pressure in the cabin of the aircraft under normal operating conditions)

 

GCAA Authorised/ FAA Approved Brands

 

The following devices are currently permitted for use on board our aircraft

  • AirSep Focus
  • AirSep FreeStyle
  • AirSep FreeStyle 5
  • AirSep LifeStyle
  • DeVilbiss Healthcare iGo
  • Inogen One
  • Inogen One G2
  • Inogen One G3
  • Inova Labs LifeChoice; or
  • International Biophysics LifeChoice
  • Inova Labs LifeChoice Activox
  • Invacare XPO2
  • Invacare XPO100
  • Invacare Solo2
  • Oxlife Independence Oxygen Concentrator
  • Oxus Inc. RS-00400; or
  • Delphi RS-00400
  • Precision Medical EasyPulse
  • Respironics EverGo
  • Respironics Simply Go
  • SeQual Eclipse
  • SeQual SAROS
  • SeQual Qxywell (model 4000)
  • Sequal eQuinox (model 4000)
  • VBOX Trooper

 

If your device is newly approved by the United States Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) and is not listed above, please submit a MEDIF to obtain medical clearance at least five days before your flight and provide the supporting documents.

 

If you are a carrying a battery-powered, personal oxygen concentrator on board as cabin baggage but do not intend to use it during the flight, the battery must be removed. It must be packaged separately unless the concentrator contains at least two protective features to prevent accidental operation during transport.

 

Carrying and using personal oxygen concentrators

 

Personal oxygen concentrators may be carried on and used on board under the following conditions

 

  • The device does not cause interference with electrical, navigation or communication equipment
  • No smoking or open flame is permitted within 10 feet of any seat row where a person is using a portable oxygen concentrator
  • During taxi, take-off and landing, the unit must either be stowed under the seat in front or in another approved stowage location so that it does not block any aisle, entryway or row
  • If operated by the user, the device must only be used at a seat location that does not restrict any guest’s access to, or any required emergency or regular exit, or the aisle(s) in the compartment
  • No person using a portable oxygen concentrator is permitted to sit in an exit row seat
  • Whenever the pilot in command turns off the seatbelt sign, guests operating their portable oxygen concentrator may continue to operate it while moving about the cabin

 

If you’re using a portable oxygen concentrator, you must comply with the following conditions to use the device on board the aircraft

 

  • The user must be capable of hearing the unit’s alarms, seeing the alarm light indicators
  • They must have the cognitive ability to take the appropriate action in response or be travelling with someone who is capable of performing those functions
  • The user must ensure that the portable oxygen concentrator is free of oil, grease or other petroleum products and is in good condition, free from damage or other signs of excessive wear or abuse
  • The user must inform Etihad Airways Reservations Department that he or she intends to use a portable oxygen concentrator onboard the aircraft and must allow the crew of the aircraft to review the contents of the physician’s statement
  • Only lotions or salves that are oxygen-approved may be used if you are using the portable oxygen concentrator device
  • The user, whose physician statement specifies the duration of oxygen use, must obtain from the aircraft operator, or by other means, the duration of the planned flight
  • The user must carry a sufficient number of batteries to power the device for the duration of the oxygen use specified in the user’s physician statement, including a conservative estimate of any unanticipated delays
  • The user must ensure that all portable oxygen concentrator batteries carried on board the aircraft in cabin baggage are protected from short circuit and are packaged in a manner that protects them from physical damage
  • Batteries protected from short circuit include:

    • Those designed with recessed battery terminals
    •  
    • Those packaged so that the battery terminals do not contact metal objects (including the battery terminals of other batteries).

 

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure devices (CPAP/BIPAP)

 

Carrying and using CPAP/BIPAP devices

 

Prior medical clearance is not required to carry or use a CPAP/BIPAP device on board, provided the following conditions are met:

 

  • The device should display a manufacturer’s label that indicates it has been tested to meet the applicable FAA requirements for medical portable electronic devices or otherwise accompanied by an FAA compliance letter from the manufacturer
  • The maximum weight and dimensions (56cm x 36cm x 23cm) of the device must not be larger than the allowed cabin baggage limits so that it does not block the aisle way or the entryway into the row 
  • The device must be used only at a seat location that does not restrict an emergency or regular exit, or the aisle(s) in the cabin compartment 
  • The user is not permitted to sit in an exit row seat 
  • Battery operated or electric-powered devices are permitted 
  • Electric-powered devices may be connected to an in-seat power supply, available only on selected aircraft 
  • An in-seat power supply is not available on all A320, A321 and A350 aircraft, selected B787 aircraft and The Residence bedroom on the A380 

 

On aircraft with an in-seat power supply, it is important to note

 

  • power is not available while the aircraft is on the ground
  • power may not be available for the duration of flight due to unforeseen circumstances
  • the electrical power rating may vary on different aircraft and the average output is 100-120 VAC/55-65Hz
  • guests must ensure they have necessary power adaptors to use the in-seat power
  • If using battery powered devices, it must comply with the battery requirements below

 

Our check-in staff will ensure that the device is in compliance with these conditions.


Respirators and ventilators

 

Prior medical clearance through the MEDIF system is required to travel with a respirator or ventilator.

 

If you intend to use the device on board, you must notify us at least 72 hours before your flight.

 

If you need to use a ventilator you will usually be accompanied by a physician or experienced nurse. The appropriateness of a nurse or doctor escort will be evaluated by the Etihad Airways Medical Centre, based on the provided medical reports.

You must also present a medical certificate, signed by a licensed physician, at check-in at least one hour before your flight.

 

The medical certificate must state

 

  • Whether the user of the device has the physical and cognitive ability to see, hear and understand the device’s aural and visual cautions and warnings and is able, without assistance, to take the appropriate action in response to those cautions and warnings
  • Whether or not oxygen use is medically necessary for all or part of the trip
  • Specifies the maximum oxygen flow rate (corresponding to the pressure in the cabin of the aircraft under normal operating conditions).


Carrying and using respirators and ventilators

 

Respirators and ventilators may be carried on and used on board under the following conditions

 

  • Prior medical clearance through the MEDIF system has been obtained
  • The particular ventilator, respirator or continuous positive airway pressure device(s) must be labelled by the manufacturer to reflect that it has been tested to meet applicable United States Federal Aviation Authority(FAA) / Department of Transport requirements for medical portable electronic devices
  • The maximum weight and dimensions (length, width, height) of any device to be used by an individual that can be accommodated in the aircraft cabin; under seat, overhead stowage or secured against lateral and / or vertical movements
  • The device must be used only at a seat location that does not restrict any guest’s access to, or any required emergency or regular exit, or the aisle(s) in the cabin compartment
  • The user is not permitted to sit in an exit row seat
  • The user carries an adequate number of batteries, including spares, to power the device, which are packaged in accordance with applicable safety regulations

 


Portable dialysis devices

 

Portable Dialysis devices are permitted as cabin or checked baggage, as long as they comply with all safety and security regulations. The device must be within our maximum cabin dimension to be carried as cabin baggage. If the device does not meet the required regulations to be carried on board, it must be carried as checked baggage with no extra charge.

 

The device must not be used at any time during the flight. It must be properly switched off (not in sleep or hibernation mode) and protected from damage.

Accessible toilets

 

Our A380, B787, B777, A350 aircraft are equipped with accessible toilets.

Onboard wheelchairs are also available on all flights (excluding A320Neo aircraft) to help non-ambulatory guests move to and from the aircraft toilets. Our cabin crew are unable to assist guests using the toilet facilities.

 

Travelling with your own wheelchair

 

You can bring your own wheelchair for free in addition to your checked baggage allowance. The height of the wheelchair should not exceed 120cm. Some battery-powered wheelchairs and mobility aids require prior approval. Find out more below or get in touch.

 

Electric wheelchairs and battery requirements

 

Lithium battery powered medical devices with a watt rating between 100Wh – 160Wh, or with a lithium metal content between 2g – 8g, require prior approval. Call us at least 48 hours before your flight.

 

If approved, you may carry a maximum of two spare batteries.

 

For all other battery powered medical devices, you must carry sufficient battery supply to power the device for 1.5 times the flight duration. This includes lithium batteries with a Wh rating of up to 100Wh, or with a lithium metal content of up to 2g.

 

Spare batteries must be carried in your cabin bag only. They must be individually packed and protected from damage, with all terminals insulated.

 

If you’re carrying a battery-powered medical device on board but do not intend to use it during the flight, or you’re carrying the device in your checked baggage, the device must be properly switched off (not in sleep or hibernation mode) and protected from damage or unintentional activation.

 

Lithium-ion batteries

 

  • Batteries must be UN tested and certified
  • Battery must be either securely attached with the electrical circuits isolated or removed, as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • If the battery is removed, this must be placed in a protective pouch and carried in your cabin baggage – The removed battery must not exceed 300 watt hours.
  • One spare battery, not exceeding 300 watt hours or two spares each not exceeding 160 watt hours each, can be carried in your cabin baggage

 

Spillable batteries

 

If your wheelchair or mobility aid is powered by a spillable battery, the battery may remain securely attached to the wheelchair if all electrical circuits are isolated. We must also be able to load, stow, secure and unload the aid in an upright position at all times. This may depend on the aircraft type.

 

All Etihad Airways aircraft operating to and from the US have a priority space in the cabin for the stowage of one folding wheelchair. This space is available on a first come, first served basis.

 

All other batteries

 

Batteries may remain securely attached to the wheelchair, with all electrical circuits isolated.

 

If the wheelchair is designed with a detachable battery, you may remove the battery, package it in a strong rigid packaging and carry it as checked baggage only.

 

You are permitted to carry one spare wet, non-spillable battery or two spare nickel-metal hydride batteries or dry batteries, safely packaged in a strong, rigid packaging and carried as checked baggage only.

 

Other mobility aids

 

Mobility aids, such as canes, crutches and foldable walkers, and assistive devices are permitted on board. You can carry mobility aids for free, as well as any medical equipment, in addition to your checked or cabin baggage allowance. Devices must be no longer than 81cm and securely stowed before take-off and landing. Mobility aids exceeding 33cm x 91cm x 106cm can be checked for free in addition to your standard baggage allowance.

 

Assistive devices must meet all safety and security regulations.

 

Storing wheelchairs and mobility aids

 

If you’re travelling on any of our wide body aircraft, you may be able to store your manual wheelchair, mobility aid or other assistive device on board.

 

Storage is available on a first come, first served basis for items up to 33cm x 91cm x 106cm. Electric wheelchairs must be dry-cell operated. If your wheelchair that does not fit in the cabin, it will be accepted as checked baggage. Find out on which aircraft type we can accept your wheelchair depending on its size here.

 

Other mobility aids such as canes, crutches and foldable walkers can be stored in the overhead lockers.

 

Due to weight or size, there may be circumstances where the device is not accepted on board.

 

Checking in your wheelchair or mobility aid

 

You can opt to put your wheelchair in the hold for free in addition to your checked baggage allowance. At check-in, we’ll tag your wheelchair, then you can choose to receive it at the aircraft door or collect it at the baggage belt when you land.

 

At the airport, you can use your wheelchair to the boarding gate. We’ll then assist you to your seat on an airport or cabin wheelchair.

During the first 28 weeks of your pregnancy, you do not need a medical certificate to fly, though we’d always recommend speaking with your doctor to get their advice before you travel. 

 

When you reach 29 weeks, you will require a medical certificate to fly, which you'll have to present at check-in at the airport. 

 

If your pregnancy is complicated with a condition that adds extra risk, please make sure to complete a MEDIF form.

You can fly for up to 37 weeks of your pregnancy, or 33 weeks if you are having a multiple pregnancy. 

We recommend that you don't fly for at least seven days after giving birth, though it’s important that you always speak to your doctor before you commit to any travel plans.

 

If the baby was born prematurely or there were complications, you are required to submit a MEDIF form and medical report.

If you are flying to the U.S. or Canada, you can check in two bags weighing:
 

  • *23kg each in Economy
  • *32kg each in Business, First and The Residence

The weight of the two bags cannot be combined.

For all other destinations, you can check in as many bags as you like as long the total weight is within your baggage allowance, and any single bag doesn’t exceed 32kg.
 

Use our baggage calculator or enter your flight details at etihad.com/manage to understand the checked baggage allowance for your flight.

Not always. You may need to pick up your bag and check it in again, depending on the route and country you are travelling through. Your agent can confirm when you check in at the airport.

 

For all flights to the U.S., if you are travelling from Abu Dhabi, you will pre-clear U.S. customs and your bags will be tagged to your final destination. There is no need to collect your bags for recheck. However, if you are not travelling via Abu Dhabi, you will need to collect your bags and complete all immigration formalities when you land in the U.S. This applies even if your bags have been tagged to your final destination. 

Our Basic fare does not include any checked baggage allowance. If you’re an Etihad Guest member, any free checked baggage allowance benefits will not apply. 

 

If your cabin baggage exceeds our maximum weight or dimension limits, you will be asked to check your bags in. Excess baggage charges will apply.

 

You can always add checked baggage in Manage Your Booking if you need to, and you’ll save upto 65% by booking your extra bags online up to 30 hours before you fly.

If you have a medical condition or dietary requirement, you may request a special meal at etihad.com/manage. Special meal options are limited on flights less than two hours and 50 minutes.

 

Please note that while we do our best to accommodate dietary needs, we cannot guarantee a nut-free environment on board.

 

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The easiest way to reqeuest special assistance is to visit Manage your booking. Enter your flight details then select the assistance you need. Alternatively, you can call us to  discuss your request. Make sure to request assistance at least 48 hours before your flight. 

We're proud to provide a range of services for guests with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance at the airport, help with boarding and disembarking, and onboard support. You can also travel with your own personal mobility aid, subject to some requirements.

A codeshare flight is simply a partnership between airlines. It enables you to book with one airline but fly on another airline's aircraft, giving you access to even more destinations across the world.

Etihad Airways has codeshare agreements with major airlines worldwide, meaning that our extended network spans more than 350 destinations across the globe. From island-hopping to fast-paced city breaks, wherever you want to go, it's likely we'll be able to get you there with our trusted partners. 

 

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You can book through etihad.com or the partner airline’s website by searching for the destination and selecting available codeshare flights.

Anyone aged two-years-old and above can join Etihad Guest. If you are a company or organisation interested in joining our programme, please visit BusinessConnect.

It's easy and quick to join. Become an Etihad Guest member today to enjoy exclusive rewards and benefits, including free access to our Wi-Fi Chat package throughout your flights. Here are three simple ways to sign up:
 

  • Fill out a short form and join online.
  • Join when booking your flight.
  • Once onboard, connect your device to the Wi-Fi and fill out the short form to enrol.

To make sure that your password is secure, it must include:
 

  • A minimum of eight characters
  • At least one uppercase letter
  • At least one lowercase letter
  • At least one numeric value
  • One special character

What countries require yellow fever vaccinations?

For an up-to-date list of countries requiring a yellow fever vaccination, please chat to us or refer to the World Health Organisation 

It depends on the rules of the country you're travelling to. Please contact your nearest Embassy or Consulate for more information or visit the IATA Travel Centre

Can I use a digital boarding pass at every airport?

Digital boarding passes are accepted in most of our worldwide airports, excluding the following destinations:
 

*Al Ain

*Beijing

*Beirut

*Cairo

*Casablanca

*Chennai

*Doha

*Islamabad

*Karachi

*Kochi

*Kolkata

*Kuwait

*Lahore

*Male

*Manila

*Moscow

*Mumbai

*Nagoya

*New Delhi

*Osaka

*Saint Petersburg

*Seychelles

*Shanghai

*Singapore

For even more flexibility, you can book a different fare type for each part of your journey. That means you can choose to pay for extras when you need them, and save money when you don’t.

If you need to change or cancel your flights, the most restrictive rules will apply for your entire journey.

You'll find all of this information on your booking confirmation, but the easiest way to check your ticket type and what's included is to enter your flight details at etihad.com/manage

The quickest and easiest way to make changes to your booking is through Manage your booking. You can also call our Contact Centre 24/7 or talk to an agent at an office near you. Remember, if your flight is departing within four hours, you won't be able to cancel or change your booking.

Yes, the quickest and easiest way to make changes to your booking is to visit Manage your booking. The changes you can make online will depend on the type of ticket you have purchased and whether you are flying with Etihad Airways or one of our partner airlines. You can update your passport details, contact information and Etihad Guest number online for all bookings, though you cannot change a guest’s name online.

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