Etihad Airways

Founded in 2003, Etihad Airways is the flag carrier and government owned airline of the United Arab Emirates. They have a global hub at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) where they connect over 100 passenger and cargo destinations across six continents with their a young fleet of 120 aircrafts. They are not a member of a major global airline alliance, and instead established their own alliance call Eithad Airways Partners in 2015 that includes Jet Airways, Air Serbia, and Air Seychelles. Etihad’s excellent products and service have earned it the title of “World’s Leading Airline” at the World Travel Awards every year since 2009. They were the fifth airline to receive a 5-star airline rating from Skytrax.

Frequent Flyer Program
Etihad Guest is the frequent flyer program of Etihad Airways. It is a miles-based program with no blackout dates that actually allows you to convert your miles to cash if you so choose. Despite them not being a member of a global alliance, you can convert your miles on a host of their partner networks as well. The only major downside is that your points expire after one year.

The program has four tiers:

Guest

Entry tier

Silver

25,000 miles or 20 segments
25% bonus miles
Additional 10 kg of baggage
Chauffeur service when traveling in business or first class
Guaranteed economy seats if booked 48 hours in advance.

Gold

50,000 miles or 40 tier segments
50% bonus miles
Business lounge access for the member and one guest
Additional 15 kg of baggage
Priority check-in, boarding, baggage handling, and custom clearance
Guaranteed economy seats if booked 24 hours in advance, fast-tracked immigration.

Gold Elite

25,000 miles or 20 segments
75% bonus miles
Additional 20 kg of baggage
First class lounge access for the member and one guest
First-class check-in
Ability to nominate another member to gold status
Guaranteed economy seats if booked 12 hours in advance
Guaranteed business-class seat if booked 48 hours in advance.

Codesharing
United has codeshare agreements with 47 select airlines. Look for the designator code (EY).

Partners include:

When booking with a codesharing partner, you will experience differences in baggage fees, optional services, other charges, and policies from partner airlines on your trip.

Fast Facts

Etihad translates as ‘together’ or ‘join in one’ which goes with the name of the country United Arab Emirates
The airlines features the world’s only 3-room suite in the sky with a shower and your own personal butler.

Cabin Classes

The Residence – A380:
A luxurious 3-room suite in the sky.

Lounge Access with priority check in, bag drop, and boarding
Upper deck lounge access onboard
Lie flat bed with all natural mattress, duvet, sheets, pillow and sleepwear
Pillow mist and pulse point oil
First class luxury amenity kit
5-star meal with extensive wine and beverage list
Personal 24” touchscreen with wifi and inflight entertainment.

First Class – A380 and 787 Dreamliner:

Lounge Access with priority check in, bag drop, and boarding
Upper deck lounge access onboard
Private studio space with direct aisle access and plenty of storage areas
Sean that reclines to fully flat with massage function, full size comforter and pillows
Luxury amenity kit
Personal 10.6-18.5” touchscreen with wifi and inflight entertainment
Contemporary dining with extensive wine list and beverage options.

Economy Class:

Smart Seat with a unique headrest that provides a shoulder to lean on and adjustable back support for a more comfortable flight. The seat offers generous legroom and recline
Full size fleece blankets and pillows
Amenity kit on long haul flights
10.6-11” personal touchscreen with inflight entertainment
Meals, snacks and drinks.