Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, is thrilled to announce exciting updates for the North American market ahead of the winter travel season. These updates underscore the airline’s commitment to providing seamless travel experiences.

Expanding Boston Service

Starting on 27 October, Etihad will enhance its nonstop flight service between Boston and Abu Dhabi. The service will increase from four flights per week to a daily schedule. This expansion offers North American corporate and leisure travellers more choice and flexibility when planning trips to the UAE, the Gulf region, and the Indian subcontinent.

The decision to augment Boston flights daily is based on the route’s robust performance. This comes just three months after Etihad Airways introduced Boston as its fourth destination in the United States. Boston joined Chicago, New York, Washington D.C., and Toronto, Canada, further expanding Etihad’s North American footprint.

“Our Boston service continues to perform strongly, with our flights near capacity since our inaugural flight in Boston this March,” said Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad. “Having already experienced record passenger demand, we’re excited to invest further in the North American market by expanding our flight frequency out of Boston ahead of the peak winter travel season.”

State-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Etihad’s daily flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Abu Dhabi operate with a state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The aircraft features the airline’s acclaimed Business Studios and Economy Smart seats. With 28 seats in Business and 262 seats in Economy, the aircraft has entertainment systems, in-seat power, and in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity. This provides passengers a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience, complemented by world-class service and hospitality.

The Boston service is timed to offer convenient links to Etihad’s growing network for corporate business travellers and leisure guests connecting to destinations across the UAE, the Gulf region, and the airline’s 11 nonstop routes into India.

Partnership with JetBlue

Etihad’s partnership with JetBlue ensures convenient connections to numerous cities throughout North America, unlocking endless possibilities for exploration across the continent.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Facility

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facility at Zayed International Airport lets guests clear U.S. immigration and customs inspections before boarding. With all the checks out of the way before take-off, travellers can pick up their bags and go when they land in the U.S. It is the only CBP facility in the Middle East.

Toronto Welcomes the Airbus A350

In addition to increasing flight frequencies out of Boston this fall, Etihad will also begin flying its Airbus A350 once daily to Toronto Pearson Airport in Canada, starting 27 October.

“The Airbus A350 is setting new standards for air travel, with increased efficiencies and comfort. Introducing the A350 to Toronto aligns with our strategy to meet increasing customer demand and expand our network,” said Arik De.

Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, the Airbus A350 is one of the most efficient aircraft types in the world, with 25 per cent less fuel burn and CO2 emissions than previous models. The aircraft also features Etihad’s newest cabin interior and is infused with thoughtful design details.

The elevated Business class is home to 44 Business Studios that provide guests with enhanced privacy within their suite. In addition to facing forward with direct aisle access, every Business class seat is designed for maximum comfort. It converts into a fully flat bed of 79″ in length with ample storage for convenience. Noise-cancelling headphones and an 18.5″ T.V. screen provide a cinematic experience to enjoy Etihad’s extensive inflight entertainment. The Business seats cleverly feature a built-in wireless charging dock and Bluetooth headphone pairing.

Business class guests can choose from a carefully curated à la carte menu or Etihad’s signature ‘dine anytime’ service. For more information on Etihad Airways or to book flights to Boston or Toronto, visit Etihad.com or book via the Etihad Airways app.