Emirates and Etihad Airways, two of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) largest airlines, have announced an interline agreement that will allow customers of both airlines to have more travel options and greater flexibility. The partnership will enable passengers to connect through Abu Dhabi or Dubai and purchase a single ticket for travel on both airlines. This will make travel planning smoother and more convenient for customers of Emirates and Etihad.
The agreement is aimed at restoring and expanding the global networks of the two airlines, and it comes in response to growing demand for travel between the UAE and other countries, especially as vacation rates increase and travel restrictions ease. This will boost business and leisure travel in the UAE and also promote tourism in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, which are both popular destinations for International travelers.
The agreement is effective immediately, and the timing of this announcement is particularly significant, as it comes at a time when the global travel industry is slowly recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Both airlines have suffered significant losses in the past year, but the expansion of this interline agreement is a positive sign for the industry, indicating a gradual return of demand for travel and tourism.
Emirates’ Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, said that the interline agreement with Etihad was an important development for customers, and it demonstrates the importance of partnership and collaboration in the aviation industry. He added that the partnership would enable both airlines to offer more travel options and seamless connections for their customers on both sides of the partnership.
