Air Europa Makes History: Launches First Route to Abu Dhabi with Etihad

Air Europa (Air Europa), the Spanish airline, has made history by launching a new route to Abu Dhabi, marking its initial foray into the United Arab Emirates.

This move is part of a strategic collaboration with Etihad Airways, the flagship airline of Abu Dhabi.

Under the agreement, both airlines will share codes on select routes and deepen cooperation to improve air connectivity between Europe and the Persian Gulf.

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Passengers of Air Europa will enjoy easy access to Etihad's regional network, enabling seamless travel to additional destinations in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and even Australia.

The Emirati market is regarded as one of the world's leading and growing aviation hubs, thanks to its geographic location, advanced infrastructure, and consistent demand from tourism and business travel.

For Air Europa, entering Abu Dhabi opens doors to long-haul international markets and premium customers.

Air Europa operates direct flights to Israel and is based in Mallorca, Spain. The airline is part of the Globalia Group.

It operates both domestic and international routes and is a member of the SkyTeam alliance.

The partnership with Etihad is likely to lead to further collaborations, including the expansion of code-sharing, improved passenger experience, and commercial opportunities between Europe and the Middle East.