Etihad launches Dhaka services, strengthening trade and cargo links between the UAE and Bangladesh

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will launch a seasonal service to Dhaka, Bangladesh, from 26 June 2026, strengthening trade and cargo links across the South Asia corridor, while responding to strong and sustained demand for travel and logistics between the UAE and Bangladesh.

Route Details
- Launch date: 26 June 2026 – 24 October 2026 (seasonal service).
- Frequency: Four times weekly.
- Aircraft: Boeing 777 with 28 Business and 374 Economy seats.

Schedule:
- EY382: Abu Dhabi (22:00) → Dhaka (04:50) on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
- EY383: Dhaka (21:35) → Abu Dhabi (00:40) on Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun

Strategic Importance
- Cargo capacity: Significant widebody belly hold space to support growing trade flows.
- Economic impact: Supports Bangladesh’s export-driven industries, especially textiles, with access to Middle East, Europe, and North America.
- Diaspora connections: Serves one of the largest Bangladeshi communities in the UAE and provides onward links for diaspora in the UK, Italy, and North America.
- Passenger demand: Meets strong demand for family travel, business connectivity, and point-to-point journeys.

CEO Statement
Antonoaldo Neves emphasized Dhaka’s strategic importance, noting the service strengthens both passenger and cargo links while enhancing Abu Dhabi’s role as a gateway for South Asia.

Fares
- Starting from USD 199 one-way from Abu Dhabi.
- Tickets available now via etihad.com.

This launch reflects Etihad’s phased approach to rebuilding and expanding its network, deploying capacity where demand is strongest.