Demand delivered: Etihad expands Brussels, Dhaka, Kraków, Palma and Zanzibar services

Etihad Airways is increasing capacity across its network in response to strong demand, increasing frequencies to Brussels and Kraków, making Abu Dhabi–Dhaka a year-round route, and extending seasonal services to Zanzibar and Palma de Mallorca. The changes reflect continued growth in demand, with additional capacity added where demand has been strongest.

Abu Dhabi – Brussels
- Increasing to 11 flights weekly from 15 Dec 2026
- Operated by A321LR with First, Business, and Economy cabins

Abu Dhabi – Dhaka
- Now a year-round service (launched June 26, 2026)
- 4 flights weekly on Boeing 777 (28 Business, 374 Economy)
- Strong demand from the Bangladeshi community and cargo trade

Abu Dhabi – Kraków
- Increasing to 4 flights weekly from 27 Jul 2026
- Operated by A321LR
- Connects Abu Dhabi with Poland’s cultural hub

Abu Dhabi – Palma de Mallorca
- Seasonal service extended to 18 Oct 2026
- 3 flights weekly on A321LR
- Longer access to Mediterranean autumn travel

Abu Dhabi – Zanzibar
- Seasonal service extended to 31 Mar 2027
- 4 flights weekly on A320
- Popular Indian Ocean destination now available year-round

Strategic Takeaway
Etihad is clearly responding to strong demand across diverse markets—from South Asia to Europe and the Indian Ocean—by boosting frequencies and extending seasonal routes. This not only strengthens Abu Dhabi’s connectivity but also supports tourism and trade flows.