Airlines

Etihad Airways Unveils 10 Exciting New Routes for 2025

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, is excited to unveil ten new destinations starting in 2025 as part of its ambitious expansion strategy.

This initiative reflects Etihad’s commitment to offering travelers more options with convenient connections and frequencies tailored to their needs. It also strengthens Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for tourism and business, inviting more visitors to experience its world-class hospitality.

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These new routes will complement etihad airways previously announced destinations for 2025: Prague, Warsaw, and Al Alamein. Together, they are expected to bring tens of thousands of visitors to Abu Dhabi, boosting its reputation as a premier destination for leisure, business, and cultural tourism.

The expansion aligns with the city’s vision to attract international travelers and enhance its status as a center for connectivity, innovation, and hospitality.

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Etihad is also encouraging travelers to explore Abu Dhabi through its complimentary stopover offer, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. Passengers can include a stopover in their journey and enjoy a free hotel stay for one or two nights at select premium hotels across the city.

Start Date	Frequency	Departure Airport	Departure Time	Arrival Airport	Arrival Time	Aircraft Type
2-Jul-25	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun	Abu Dhabi	9:30	Atlanta	16:30	A350
2-Jul-25	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun	Atlanta	22:00	Abu Dhabi	19:30	A350
7-Sep-25	Daily	Abu Dhabi	21:45	Taipei	9:50	787
8-Sep-25	Daily	Taipei	19:35	Abu Dhabi	0:15	787
2-Oct-25	Tue, Thu, Sat	Abu Dhabi	21:10	Medan	7:10	A321LR
3-Oct-25	Wed, Fri, Sun	Medan	9:05	Abu Dhabi	13:00	A321LR
3-Oct-25	Mon, Wed, Thu*, Fri, Sun	Abu Dhabi	21:10	Phnom Penh	7:20	A321LR
4-Oct-25	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri,* Sat	Phnom Penh	8:40	Abu Dhabi	13:00	A321LR
9-Oct-25	Daily	Abu Dhabi	8:50	Krabi	18:40	A321LR
9-Oct-25	Daily	Krabi	20:40	Abu Dhabi	0:30	A321LR
1-Nov-25	Tue, Thu, Sat	Abu Dhabi	2:50	Tunis	6:50	A321LR
1-Nov-25	Tue, Thu, Sat	Tunis	10:20	Abu Dhabi	19:10	A321LR
3-Nov-25	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun	Abu Dhabi	21:10	Chiang Mai	5:55	A321LR
4-Nov-25	Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat	Chiang Mai	8:45	Abu Dhabi	13:00	A321LR
3-Nov-25	Daily	Abu Dhabi	8:50	Hanoi	18:10	A321LR
3-Nov-25	Daily	Hanoi	19:25	Abu Dhabi	0:30	A321LR
3-Nov-25	Daily except Tue and Sat	Abu Dhabi	21:45	Hong Kong	8:40	787
4-Nov-25	Daily except Wed and Sun	Hong Kong	19:25	Abu Dhabi	0:15	787
7-Nov-25	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun	Abu Dhabi	2:50	Algiers	7:40	A321LR
7-Nov-25	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun	Algiers	9:40	Abu Dhabi	19:10	A321LR

Airlines

PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.