Plan your trip

Everything you need to know before you fly

Where to next?

Wherever you’re headed, we’ll take you there. Our network spans more than 90 destinations across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and North America.

Osaka
Osaka
Japan
Lisbon
Lisbon
Portugal
Bangkok
Bangkok
Thailand

Sit back, back, back, and relax

From fully reclining seats to our signature turndown service, our cabins redefine comfort with innovative design and exceptional service. Find out more about Economy, Business, First and The Residence.

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Essential travel information

Check the travel requirements

Check the passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination carefully and prepare any documents you need well in advance. To save you some time, we’ve compiled the entry requirements for the destinations we fly to, but we always recommend using our chatbot for up to date information as things can change quickly. 

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Check your baggage allowance

Before you start packing, use our baggage guide to check your allowance and find out what items you can bring on board with you. Then, if you need to pack a bit more, make sure to buy extra baggage in advance. You’ll save up to 65% when you pay for additional baggage online up to 30 hours before you fly. 

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Special assistance

Making sure you have a safe and comfortable journey is what matters most to us. If you need assistance, a special meal for a dietary requirement or the perfect seats for you and your family – or anything in between – you can request everything you need at etihad.com/manage

Welcome to Zayed International Airport

Home to Etihad Airways, this multi-award winning airport is fast becoming one of the world's favourite travel hubs. Lounge in luxury, dine in style or shop premium brands.

Check-in times
Check-in times

The airport check-in desks open four hours ahead of your flight. If you’re in Economy, check-in closes 60 minutes before your flight, or 45 minutes before if you’re flying in Business or First.

USCBP in Abu Dhabi
Flights to the U.S.

Get to the airport four hours before your flight. Head to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility two hours before your flight, or 90 minutes before if you’re in Business, First or The Residence. 

Worldwide transfers
E-gates

When you get to the airport, register to use the e-border gates in Abu Dhabi to save time at immigration. This is subject to visa requirements.

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Earn miles with over 20 airlines, 300,000 hotels and hundreds of retail outlets, then spend them on things that really matter to you. Use your Etihad Guest Miles to pay for flights, holidays and car rentals, the latest tech and must-have accessories. 

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Frequently asked questions

Check the passport and visa requirements for your destination and ensure you have all necessary documents prepared well in advance. 

 

Check now 

Yes, you can bring extra baggage by purchasing additional allowance online. Save up to 65% when you pay at least 30 hours before your flight. Learn more on our Baggage page.

 

Buy now 

You can request special assistance, meals for dietary needs, or select your preferred seats by entering your flight details at etihad.com/manage.

 

Make a request