Etihad Airways launched four new routes from Abu Dhabi to Medan (Indonesia), Phnom Penh (Cambodia), Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), and Krabi (Thailand) between 2 and 9 October 2025, using Airbus A321LR and A320 aircraft.
The airline now serves 86 global destinations, with plans to add eight more, including Algiers and Hanoi, by early 2026, aiming for 125 destinations by 2030.
Medan offers access to Sumatra’s wildlife and beaches, Phnom Penh serves as a base for Cambodia’s temples, Addis Ababa connects to African destinations via a codeshare with Ethiopian Airlines, and Krabi is a gateway to Thailand’s islands.
All inaugural flights sold out, reflecting high demand for these routes, with Krabi marking Etihad’s 11th new destination in 2025.
The expansion is supported by Etihad’s fuel-efficient A321LR fleet, featuring the airline’s first narrowbody First Class Suites.
Antonoaldo Neves shared, “This was an extraordinary week for Etihad as we bring four new cities onto our global map, a clear demonstration of our vision in action. We are here to connect people, cultures, and economies. By launching four new routes in four different countries in just one week, we’re showing how Etihad is becoming more agile, more ambitious, and more accessible. These route launches demonstrate how our strategic investments in modern aircraft like the A321LR are enabling us to grow quickly and efficiently, supporting us in our mission to reach over 125 destinations by 2030.”
