Her corporate travel department insists on booking the cheapest fare available. Etihad will now charge for preselecting economy seats. The new seats feature an increased seat pitch of up to 36 inches. This version of the aircraft is configured in three classes with 8 seats in first, 40 seats in business class, and 282 seats in economy class.
The prices shown on the etihad holidays website are for reference only and are subject to final confirmation. While booking online tickets, you will have access to view the available seats on the flight and you can reserve your seat accordingly from the available seats. Etihad flight information airline seat maps, flights. To select seats youll first need your etihad confirmation number. A notice came up that you can no longer chose seats online. Most of the current fleet still employs the older seat types, while the newer aircraft in the fleet boasts an updated seat that closely resembles that qatar airways. Jan 16, 2019 if i were to book a srilankan airways flight with etihad miles, id probably look at the colombo cmb to beijing pek route for 46,000 miles in business class. Services were launched with a ceremonial flight to al ain on 5 november. The a320 has a 22 configuration in business class and a 33 configuration in economy.
The number of the staff is around 26,757 employees from 153 different nationalities. With the exception of shortdistance aircraft see below, it follows a 121 seat configuration. Etihad airways book your flights on etihad airways. The older versions fly in a 2 class configuration and the newer aircraft fly in a three class configuration. In just a few clicks, check in, select your seat and get your boarding pass. Pick your favourite seat on board or book your extra bags online. Rearward facing seats are restricted to infants from 0 to six months weighing less than 10kg and are only. It started with an initial paidup capital of aed500 million. All listed packages and accommodation in this website are limited period offers and subject to availability.
Etihad airways travel with peace of mind when you fly. Etihad holidays book your bespoke holiday package deal. Children must be properly secured in the car seat and accompanied by an adult in the adjacent seat for takeoff and landing. Manage your booking online etihad airways view your flight itinerary or make changes to your booking. You can earn etihad miles by transferring amex membership rewards points, citi thankyou points, or starwood points. Apr 07, 2019 etihad airways entire fleet of ten airbus a380 is being retrofitted with 60 premium economy seats, called economy space, bringing the total number of extra legroom seats on each aircraft to 80. Today, etihad airways flights cover more than 110 destinations in 62 countries around the world using a fleet of more than 122 ultramodern aircrafts. Etihad airways has its own lounge at paris cdg airport, located one floor above the main concourse of terminal 2c. Etihad economy seats on the a380 are very interesting, with clear winners and losers depending on which seat you get. Emirates seat selection booking online book flights. However, on our last trip back from london this gave us the chance to try etihad airways new economy space seats. You must use a pnr booking reference number, etihad guest number, or.
Experience choice step into a virtual tour of our cabins and explore what makes flying with us so special seatmap cabin. Fast track through the airport with priority access. Reserve your seat at manage my booking, when you check in online, at the airport or even on board. Jan 18, 2015 how to select etihad seats online step 1. As part of the new policy which comes into effect today july 15 customers will be able to reserve standard seats for a small fee up to 24 hours prior to their departure on etihads economy deal, saver and classic fare types. Seat is exclusively equipped with a reading lamp and individual lighting. The etihad economy seat has some differences across aircraft, believe it or not. Web checkin allows you to checkin up 148 hours before your flight departs. Yes, etihad airways has web checkin for more than half of their routes.
Nov 05, 2019 etihad employs its standard business class seats throughout the entire fleet. Etihad has to be the worst of any full service airlines i have flown. Etihad employs its standard business class seats throughout the entire fleet. Henning leads the legal department, providing support to etihad aviation group functions and all group companies. Etihad has a fleet of 29 boeings 777 a mix of the b777200lr and b777300er subtypes which are mainly used for flights to africa, the usa, asia, and oceania.
Etihad airways b777 business class abu dhabi to bangkok. A simpler booking process the app remembers what you searched for last time and you. Save time and money and book your extra bags online before you fly. First two rows offer 8 closed suited of the first class. You will need to use etihad confirmation number on the etihad mobile app in.
Sheikh ahmed bin saif al nahyan established the airline. Hi, has anyone reserved a seat on etihad, using their web site. Thai airways royal orchid plus now cannot selectchange seat online. Etihad airways operates the boeing b78710 on longhaul flights. Etihad airways manage booking seats, flights reservations. Book your flights with etihad airways to abu dhabi and beyond. Etihad airways has introduced a new neighbourfree seat concept, allowing passengers to bid on up to three extra empty seats adjacent to their booked seat. May 06, 2016 ana all nippon airways seems to be the exception to the rule for finding availability. The majestic sheikh zayed grand mosque pays tribute to traditional islamic design alongside beautifully ornate flourishes its extraordinary mosaictiled courtyard is surrounded by more than 80 golden domes. Now you can organise every aspect of your trip from your mobile phone. Save 20% on select economy standard seats as a silver member or book for free if youre a gold or platinum member. Jul 15, 2018 abu dhabis etihad airways has introduced seat selection fees on economy class flights, the airline announced on sunday.
Book a stop over in abu dhabi turn your stopover into a holiday and take a break in abu dhabi. Skip the queues with dedicated checkin counters and speedy boarding, and save time when you land too your bags will be first on the baggage belt so you can simply grab and go. Pick your favourite seat on board or pay for extra legroom in economy space. May 18, 2016 to find award seats eligible for using etihad miles, you can search available award seats on the american airlines website or call etihad. Etihad holidays reserves the right to change, modify and cancel any offer without prior notice. Etihad airways online booking get etihad airways promotion and. Etihad now lets you easily select seats online one mile at a time.
The new fee comes into effect from sunday, july 15, and brings the uae national carrier in line with a number of. Get a feel for where you want to sit by exploring our seating charts and immersive 3d seat maps. Last june and july 2019, i flew etihad airways from jakarta to paris via abu dhabi and return flight from paris to jakarta via abu dhabi. View your flight itinerary or make changes to your booking. As some airlines around the world pull back on offering first class seats for passengers, never before has the competition for business class.
Book a flight with etihad airways for more freedom and flexibility to change your travel plans if you need to. Etihad airways new neighborfree concept lets you bid for. Etihad introduces advance seat selection fee the national. Etihad airways boeing 7879 first class middle seats etihad airways boeing 7879 first class seat business class cabin between first class and door 2, is a very private business class cabin with just 8 seats in a 121 configuration.
For emirates its for economy only and even then, only if you have the cheaper tickets special or saver. Etihad now lets you easily select seats online one mile. Etihad airways booking, online flight booking, 30% off. Etihad airways operates three class version of airbus a380800.
Etihad guest loyalty members are rewarded with etihad miles when they book accommodations through as a result of a deal inked between and etihad airways in 2019. I went to manage booking, put in the pnr and my name. Out of all the etihad partners, it also seems to take agents the longest to find availability and create a booking on ana flights. Feb 24, 2020 make travel plans on the go with etihad airways neweasytouse android app. I had booked through jet airways code share etihad, when i try to click add baggage seats. Etihad airways introduces seat selection fees arabianbusiness. Etihad has added a new seat selection fee for economy passengers travelling on certain fares. If you love admiring the view from the window or you fancy a bit more legroom you can find the seat you need with alternative airlines. For example, while it has long been possible to book the etihad chauffeur through etihads website, it hasnt even been possible to select seats online for a partner booking. Jun 29, 2017 etihad airways has introduced a new neighbourfree seat concept, allowing passengers to bid on up to three extra empty seats adjacent to their booked seat. Up to 50% off etihad airways business class, etihad. Book etihad airways online using traveloka technology. Book your etihad airline tickets online for a stressfree experience. Etihad airways operates their airbus a380800 on longhaul flights.
You can choose to travel light, pack more with extra baggage allowance, make lastminute changes or earn more etihad guest miles. Book etihad airways seats find your preferred seat on board your etihad airways flight. Quick, easy and convenient thats how its meant to be. On november 5th 2017, i flew business class in an etihad airways boeing 777300er from etihad s hub in abu dhabi united arab emirates to bangkok thailand. As part of the new policy which comes into effect today july 15 customers will be able to reserve standard seats for a small fee up to 24 hours prior to their departure on etihad s economy deal, saver and classic fare types. As soon as online checkin opens, you can reserve your seat for free up to one hour before you fly. Etihad airways flight book cheap etihad flights online with. Founded in 2003, the flag carrier operates from its hub at abu dhabi international airport auh. The last discussion well be having is around the economy class seats. Etihad airways customers can reserve standard seats for a fee up to 24 hours prior to their departure on economy deal, saver and classic fare. Car seats must be forward or rear facing with a harness that can be strapped to a seat with a seatbelt only. Etihad airways a380 first class from paris to abu dhabi. Our fare choices let you pick the best price for you, whether youd prefer to fly in economy, business or first.
Scenario 2 if your aa reservation is confirmed by aa you can use the etihad mobile app to book yourself a seat. Make travel plans on the go with etihad airways neweasytouse android app. While american aadvantage can book the same award for 40,000 miles, there are just so many ways to earn etihad guest miles that using 6,000 more miles could make sense for many people. You can book a maximum of nine guests in one transaction. The seats in the business class is nothing special and the design is poor in my opinion. Fly with etihad and relax with reclining seats, inflight entertainment and tasty meals. Scenario 1 if your aa reservation on etihad is still on hold call up etihad to request seat assignment. Etihad airways was established as the second flag carrier of the united arab emirates in july 2003 by royal amiri decree issued by sheikh khalifa bin zayed al nahyan, who wanted an airline for abu dhabi. Worldwide destinations, flight offers and holidays await. If you love admiring the view from the window or you fancy a bit more. Depending on the fare that you have booked, you may incur a fee to cancel or change your flight. Etihad airways ey is the national airline of the united arab emirates. Do etihad charge for selecting seats flyertalk forums.
Economy space is etihad airways new extra legroom seating option which launched in middecember 2018. Unwind with our fullyflat beds and dine anytime choices. I had booked a flight, gotten the pnr and went back to look at seats. I looked all over, and the only place i think would allow me to reserve a seat is the web chekin of etihad. How to select etihad seats online one mile at a time. From july 15 customers purchasing economy deal, saver or. Etihad airways operates the airbus a320 mainly on shorthaul flights within the gulf states. From july 15 customers purchasing economy deal, saver or classic fares will. For example, while it has long been possible to book the etihad chauffeur through etihad s website, it hasnt even been possible to select seats online for a partner booking. If youre booking through a partner airline like american youll want to ask them for the etihad.
Etihad airways business class lounge is situated opposite the gates that are most frequently used by etihad. Etihad airways has not suffered any fatal accidents or injuries during passenger operations. In the past i shared a workaround for selecting seats through etihads website, though. Etihad offers passenger flights to more than 90 destinations in the middle east, asia, africa, europe, oceania, and north america. This airplane may accommodate 231 passengers in three classes. Etihad airways offers outstanding guest hospitality with over 600 hours of inflight entertainment and competitive fares. Book a flight with etihad airways for more choice, more value and even better journeys. You can also select a seat when you check in online. Economy deal, saver or classic fares will have to pay a small fee to select their seat in advance.
Jan 26, 2020 qatar airways qsuite is widely regarded as the best. Etihad airways is introducing a seat selection fee on all economy class fllights. Jan 05, 2016 etihad is behind the times when it comes to parts of their website. This just seems like another effort from etihad towards squeezing out the maximum amount of cash possible in line with this thread rather than a customer experience improvement. Next year will see more premium economy seats installed on etihad airways other widebody aircraft, with economy space seats added to 12 of the airlines boeing 777s and all of the its 21 boeing 787 dreamliners by the end of 2019. Etihad is behind the times when it comes to parts of their website. Etihad airways business class seats recline 180 degrees into a comfortable fully flat, 6 ft 1inch bed, with 4988ins space between the seats. Asiana airlines provides the cheapest way to book etihad business class, especially with ana award flights on etihad being suspended indefinitely. Etihad airways in oct 2015 is a founder of the airline alliance of etihad airways partners. Etihad airways brands their economy seats as coral economy, and this class is offered on all 3 of their aircraft. Get airline prices, etihad airways promotion and cheap flight tickets here. It was revealed in july this year that the uaes national carrier was planning to introduce premium economy to offer a wider variety of fares, according to tony douglas, etihad aviation group ceo.
Book flights to abu dhabi and experience the wonder of the united arab emirates dazzling capital. If booking through a partner airline i always request the etihad record locator at the time i ticket my reservation. Economy class passengers enjoy comfortable, winged seats equipped with. The airline also operated etihad cargo and etihad holiday. Do etihad charge for selecting seats, i notice that emirates do now unless you book your seats within 24 hours of your flight. Etihad airways etihad guest reserving seat on etihad, using their web site. On november 5th 2017, i flew business class in an etihad airways boeing 777300er from etihads hub in abu dhabi united arab emirates to bangkok thailand. Etihad airways to introduce premium economy seats on a380s. In the past i shared a workaround for selecting seats through etihad s website, though. Cost to reserve seat in advance will start from dh100. Take a tour of our smart seats and onboard options.
For a oneway ticket to abu dhabi, you are going to be paying 60,000 miles 150,000 marriott points in business class or 120,000 miles 300,000 marriott points, which gets you 125,000 asiana miles. The complete retrofit programme will increase the total number of extra legroom seats by 560 percent, the airline. First version is the most common among to versions operated by etihad airways. Abu dhabis etihad airways has introduced seat selection fees on economy class flights, the airline announced on sunday. Etihad airways is considered one of the worlds leading airlines with fast growth and continuous modernization. Passengers can choose the seat of their choice when booking tickets with etihad airways. Etihad airways invites all its business class customers to relax in exclusive business class lounges before the flight. Comes with a privacy shell, business class seats that can be turned into 6 ft 1 inch full flat bed and direct aisle access from every seat. Find your preferred seat on board your etihad airways flight. Etihad airways book flights and save alternative airlines. Etihad flies three versions of the boeing 777300er. Etihad now lets you easily select seats online one mile at.
Etihad adds economy seat selection fee business traveller. Book your seat with your flight, or later through manage your booking or on the emirates app. The new seats will feature an increased seat pitch of up to 36 inches, etihad airways said. Log in to retrieve flights required field required field. Etihad airways flies brand new, customdesigned aircraft on all routes.