Etihad Airways Flight Booking

Etihad Airways (EY) is the second flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Headquartered in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, it operates 1000-plus flights per week to 120-plus destinations in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, and North America.

With 46 codeshare agreements in place, an Etihad Airways flight booking can take you anywhere in the world. 

Etihad’s cabin configurations (travel classes) typically include First Class, Business Class, and Economy Class—as well as a super luxury suite called The Residence that accommodates 2 passengers on an Airbus A380.

Etihad Airways has been certified by Skytrax as a 5-Star airline—with numerous awards under its belt, such as World’s Best First Class, Best First Class Onboard Catering, and Best First Class Airline Seat. 

Etihad Flight Booking Number

To book your Etihad flight at a discount, call .

This Etihad booking number is toll-free in the U.S. and Canada—and open 24/7.

Note. You can call this booking number from anywhere in the world.

Tips on Etihad Airways Booking, Reservations, and Flight Deals 

This website provides useful information on how to make Etihad Airways reservations and get the best flight booking deals. It also provides step-by-step instructions on how to book your Etihad ticket online, manage your Etihad Airways booking, how to book a seat, find your flight status, and more.

Etihad Airways Booking Methods

You can make your Etihad Airways flight booking: 

1. By phone 
2. Online (via the web or mobile) 
3. Via the official Android or iOS app 
4. Through an Etihad ticket office 
5. Through a travel agent 

How to Make an Etihad Airways Booking by Phone

Call Etihad to book a flight at a special discount on this number: ..
This Etihad booking number is toll-free in the U.S. and Canada—and open 24/7.

How to Make Etihad Airways Flight Booking Online

To make an Etihad Airways booking online:

1. Go to Etihad Airways homepage: Etihad.com
   The Book tab with the booking box will open by default, if it doesn’t, click on it 
2. Enter your flight requirements 
3. Click on the Search flights button
4. Select your flight 
5. Follow the on-screen prompts to:
   1. Select your flight and fare option
   2. Enter the passenger details
   3. Choose a seat (optional)
   4. Select extras/add-ons (optional)
   5. Select your payment method
   6. Enter the necessary details
   7. Confirm your booking
   8. Pay 

You will receive your e-ticket by email after you pay.

Other ways to Make an Etihad Airways Booking

You can also make an Etihad Airways booking:

1. Via the official Android or iOS app 
2. At an Etihad ticket office near you
3. With your travel advisor

Special Assistance Offered by Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways takes care of special passenger needs—such as children’s solo travel, traveling during pregnancy, special meal requests, and medical assistance.

1. Unaccompanied Minors 

Etihad’s Unaccompanied Minor service is available for children between 5 to 17 years of age who are flying alone. To book Etihad’s Unaccompanied Minor service for your child, visit Etihad airlines unaccompanied minor page.

2. Expectant Mothers

You can fly within the first 36 weeks of your pregnancy—but not after you reach the 37^th week. Other important things to note:

• During the first 28 weeks of pregnancy, no medical certificate is required. However, if there’s a complication, you will need to fill out a MEDIF Form. 
• Between 29 to 36 weeks of pregnancy, a medical certificate must be furnished at check-in. 

If you’re pregnant and want to book your ticket at a special price—call .
This Etihad Booking number is toll-free in the U.S. and Canada—and open 24/7.

3. Request a Meal

If you want to request a special meal, you must inform Etihad at least 24 hours before you fly (72 hours for Kosher meals). Meal options include religious meals (Hindu/Kosher), medical and dietary meals, and children’s meals. 

4. Medical Assistance

If you have a medical condition or require medical assistance on your journey, you will need to:

• Read Etihad Airways guidelines 
• Fill out the MEDIF Form (medical information for fitness to travel) 
• Inform Etihad before your flight if you need any special assistance such as:
  • Special meals
  • Wheelchair assistance 
  • Onboard nurse service

(to book a fully-trained nurse, you will need to call +971-2-599-0000 or email contactcentre@etihad.ae).

What to Do if You Require Special Assistance on Etihad Airways

If you need any special assistance at the airport, during your flight, or after, contact Etihad 48–72hours before departure about the service you need. 

+1 877 690 0767 (U.S.)

+44 (0)345 6081225 (U.K.)

+61 1300 532 215 (Australia)

80081444 (Bahrain)

1800 1233901 (India)

• Web www.etihad.com/en/help/contact-us  
• Twitter @Etihadhelp 
• Facebook www.facebook.com/etihad.airways 

How to Request Special Assistance Online

If you’ve already made your Etihad Airways flight booking and want to request special assistance online—such as book a wheelchair, nurse onboard, or special meal:

1. Go to Etihad Airways homepage: Etihad.com 
2. From the Manage tab select Special assistance
3. Click on one of the special services you need:
   1. Medical Assistance
   2. Request a Meal 
   3. Unaccompanied Minors 
   4. Expectant Mothers
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm your booking 

How to Check Your Etihad Flight Status 

To check your Etihad flight status online:

1. Go to Etihad Airways official website: Etihad.com 

How to check Etihad flight status by Flight number (opens by default)	How to check Etihad flight status by Origin and destination
Enter the following details: Your Etihad flight numberDeparture date Click on the Find button	Enter the following details:From (city of origin)To (destination city)Departure dateClick on the Find button

Your Etihad Airways flight status will appear.

Benefits of Etihad Airways Flight Booking by Phone

Looking for special deals on Etihad Airways is time-consuming—and often leaves you guessing. Our travel experts spend hours every day to find the cheapest Etihad flights money can buy. 

• Etihad Airways flight booking at up to 33% OFF
• Domestic Etihad Airways holiday packages at up to 45% OFF
• International Etihad Airways holiday packages at up to 35% OFF
• Group Etihad Airways bookings at up to 35% OFF
• Etihad Airways packages for couples at up to 33% OFF

To get an instant deal applied to your flight booking, call the Etihad Airways Flight Booking and Reservations number . This toll-free number (U.S./Canada) is open 24/7.

How to Book Cheap Etihad Flights

• To book cheap Etihad flights, call
  (This Etihad flight booking number is toll-free in the U.S. and Canada and open 24/7).
• To see the latest deals, visit the special offers page
• To earn miles on everyday purchases, become an Etihad Guest

How to Get Senior Discounts on Etihad 

Etihad Airways does not offer discounted fares to senior citizens—except UAE nationals who are 60 years or older. Senior UAE citizens are entitled to a 10% discount on Etihad flights—as well as free seat assignments in Economy Class.

If you’re not a UAE senior citizen and are looking for discounted tickets, call Etihad Airways Booking at and ask for a low-cost ticket. This Etihad Airways online booking number is toll-free within the U.S. and Canada—and open 24/7.

Etihad Airways Group Booking 

To make a group booking on Etihad Airways, at least 10 passengers are required. All passengers must travel on the same booking—and on the same date and flight.

If you’re travelling in a smaller (or larger) group, you can make a group booking by phone at . This Etihad Reservations phone number is toll-free in the U.S./Canada and open 24/7.

Etihad Manage Booking

The Etihad Manage my booking feature is nifty online functionality that allows you to manage all aspects of your booking online. You can use this feature to:

• Make changes to your flight
  (up to 2 hours before departure)
• Add extra baggage
• Book special assistance 
• Cancel your booking
• Upgrade your travel class
• Bid for an upgrade 
• Reserve your seat 
• Change your seat
• Update your passport details 
• Update your contact information 
• Add your Etihad Guest membership number

How to Use Etihad Manage Booking Online

To manage your Etihad Airways booking online:

1. Go to Etihad Airways homepage: Etihad.com 
2. Click on the Manage tab (on top)
   The Manage my booking page will open
3. Enter the following information:
   • Your booking reference or your ticket number 
   • Your last name
4. Click on the Find My Booking button
5. Follow the onscreen prompts to manage your Etihad booking, i.e.:
   • Change your flight 
   • Add extra baggage
   • Book special assistance 
   • Cancel your booking
   • Upgrade your travel class
   • Bid for an upgrade 
   • Reserve or change your seat 
   • Update your passport details 
   • Update your contact information 
   • Add your Etihad Guest membership number

You can also manage your Etihad Airways flight booking with the mobile app. 

How to Manage Your Etihad Airways Booking Offline

To manage your flight booking offline, contact your local Etihad Airways Booking Center. After contacting the local Etihad Booking Center, you can ask them to:

1. Check your flight credit balance 
2. Manage your flight
   1. Inform you about your trip details
   2. Rebook or cancel your flight (or trip)
3. Book extra options
   1. Choose or upgrade your seat 
   2. Check your baggage allowance 
   3. Report delayed baggage
   4. View refunds, in-flight amenities, etc.
   5. Select or order a special meal
4. Book special services for bringing:
   1. Sports equipment
   2. Medical equipment
   3. A carrycot for your baby

How to Change Etihad Flight Booking

You can change an Etihad flight booking in many ways: 

• By phone
• Through an Etihad ticket office
• Through your travel agent 
• Online
• Through the mobile app

How to Change Etihad Flight Booking Online 

You can change your Etihad flight booking online as follows:

1. Go to Etihad Airways homepage: Etihad.com 
2. Click on the Manage tab (on top)
   The Manage my booking page will open
3. Enter the following:
   1. Your booking reference/ticket number 
   2. Your last name
4. Click on the Find My Booking button
   (all your flight bookings will appear)
5. Select the flight you want to change
6. Follow the onscreen prompts to change your flight booking

You can also change your Etihad flight booking with the mobile app. 

Etihad Booking Office Phone Numbers

You can contact the Etihad Booking Office and customer service per the details below.

• Booking Office (U.S./Canada) (toll-free, open 24/7)
• Booking Office Australia 61 1300 532 215
• Booking Office Bahrain 80081444
• Booking Office France +33 (0) 157324343
• Booking Office Germany +49 (0) 3095999805
• Booking Office India 1800 1233901
• Booking Office Saudi Arabia 8008447893 (STC)
  8008500026 (Non STC)
• Booking Office UAE 600 555666
• Booking Office U.K. +44 (0)345 6081225
• Customer Service +1-877-690-0767 (toll-free, 24/7)
• Web www.etihad.com/en/help/contact-us  
• Twitter @Etihadhelp 
• Facebook www.facebook.com/etihad.airways 

Etihad Airways Cabin Classes 

Etihad Airways offers the following cabin classes: 

1. The Residence (on select flights and aircraft such as the A380)
2. First Class 
3. Business Class  
4. Economy Class

1. The Residence

Available on select flights, The Residence can make your journey special right from the time you’re received by your chauffeur and escorted to your luxurious three-room apartment in the sky. Designed for 2 guests, The Residence features:

• Luxury pickup
• VIP travel concierge 
• Priority check-in
• Butler 
• Private bedroom and living area
• Private ensuite shower room
• Top-notch inflight entertainment
  • Noise-canceling headsets
  • On-demand movies and TV shows
  • Playlists, podcasts, and radio channels
  • Interactive games on E-Box
• Complimentary onboard wi-fi
• Chauffeur-driven limousine at arrival
• Private airport lounge

Book The Residence at a special price—call now.
This Etihad Booking number is toll-free in the U.S. and Canada—and open 24/7.

2. Etihad First Class

The First Class cabin on Etihad offers you a private suite, along with:

• Private chauffeur pickup 
• Priority check-in
• Exclusive lounge and spa 
• An exclusive dining experience with wine pairing 
• VIP room 
• Shower facility 
• Inflight chef
• Top-notch inflight entertainment
  • Noise-canceling headsets
  • On-demand movies and TV shows
  • Playlists, podcasts, and radio channels
  • Interactive games on E-Box
• Acquadi Parma Amenity Kit

Book your First Class ticket at a special price—call now.
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free in the U.S. and Canada—and open 24/7.

3. Etihad Business Class

Business Class seats come with lots of comfort and privacy—and perks such as: 

• Private chauffeur pickup 
• Dedicated check-in
• Business lounge and spa 
• Fully-flat bed seats with lots of recline and legroom 
• Destination inspired cuisine
• Upper deck lobby for socializing 
• Top-notch inflight entertainment
  • Noise-canceling headsets
  • On-demand movies and TV shows
  • Playlists, podcasts, and radio channels
  • Interactive games on E-Box
• Wi-fi 
• Acquadi Parma Amenity Kit

Book your Business Class ticket at a special price—call .
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free in the U.S./Canada and open 24/7.

4. Etihad Economy Class

Economy Class passengers traveling on an Etihad Airways booking can choose their own seats. The Economy Class seats on Etihad feature: 

• Ample leg space
• Full-sized blankets 
• Complimentary food and drinks 
• On-demand in-flight entertainment 
• Internet and mobile connectivity 
• Live television and news 

Book your Economy Class ticket at a special price—call .
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free in the U.S./Canada—and open 24/7.

Etihad Airways Seat Choices

If you’re holding an Etihad Airways booking, you can choose your own seat—be it a window seat or an extra legroom seat. Plus, you have the option to place a bid to upgrade your seat from Economy to First or Business—via cash or your guest miles.

When making your Etihad Airways flight reservation, you can book your seat from the following options:

1. Economy Standard

If you are traveling Economy Deal, Saver, or Classic, you can pay to guarantee an Economy Standard seat at the time of booking. You can also book later for free from the time online check-in starts till 1 hour before departure, but the seat choice will be limited.

Since all seats are subject to availability, you should select your seat as early as possible. This will ensure you have more seats to choose from.

Etihad Guest Members

• Etihad Guest Silver members can save 20% when reserving select Economy Standard seats. 
• Etihad Guest Gold and Platinum members can reserve Economy Standard seats for free.

2. Economy Space

The Economy Space seats on Etihad provide extra legroom. Available only on Etihad-operated flights, you can pay to reserve your seat—from the moment you book your flight to 1 hour before you fly. 

If you want a seat near the emergency exit, you will have to fulfill certain safety requirements. 

Etihad Guest Members

• Economy Guest Platinum members can reserve an Economy Space seat for free.
• Economy Guest Gold members can reserve an Economy Space seat at a 50% discount. 

3. Economy Neighbor-Free

A view of Etihad’s Neighbor-Free Seats

Etihad’s Economy Neighbor-Free seats offer more space because the seat or seats next to you are vacant. To travel on an Economy Neighbor-Free seat, place a bid for 1, 2, or 3 additional seats—and depending on your bid—you may get anywhere from 1 – 3 vacant seats next to you. The higher you bid, the better are your chances.

How Etihad’s Seat Bid Works

• There’s a minimum and a maximum bid for each seat
• You’ll get priority if you’re an Etihad Guest member
• If your bid is successful, you’ll be informed by email and assigned the seats
• If your bid is unsuccessful, you’ll be informed by email within 32 hours of your flight’s departure 
• You can cancel or change your bid:
  • Till it hasn’t been accepted
  • Up to 6 hours before your flight’s departure 

You can book a seat on Etihad at the time of booking, after booking, or when checking in.

How to Book a Seat on Etihad Airways

• At the time of booking
  • Online via Etihad’s website
    (via the seat map shown to you)
  • Via the mobile app
  • Through an Etihad ticket office
  • By phone
    (refer to the section titled Etihad Airways Phone Numbers/Contact Details)
  • Through your travel agency 
• After booking
  • Online via Manage my booking
    (retrieve your booking and follow the on-screen prompts to reserve your seat)
  • Via the mobile app
  • Through an Etihad ticket office
  • By phone
    (refer to the section titled Etihad Airways Phone Numbers/Contact Details)
  • Through your travel agency
• At the time of checking in
  • Online via the Check in option under Manage
    (from 30 hours to 1 hour before departure for most flights)
  • Via the mobile app 
  • Physically at the airport (limited choice)

The best time to book a seat on Etihad Airways is at the time of booking—that’s when the maximum choice is available.

If you do not book your seat on Etihad Airways:

• You may be randomly assigned a seat when you check-in 
• You could be separated from your group 

Etihad Airways In-Flight Entertainment—E-Box

Etihad’s in-flight entertainment system, known as E-Box, offers hundreds of hours of in-flight entertainment options on demand, including:

• Movies
• Television
• Podcasts and Music
• Interactive games
• Children Space
• Sports
• In-flight Wi-Fi connectivity

You can also stream E-Box on your device after downloading the app.

Etihad Airways Loyalty Program—Etihad Guest

Etihad Airways loyalty program, Etihad Guest, is free to join. It offers passengers different benefits at each level (Silver, Gold, and Platinum). The more you fly, the more points you gain—and the more perks you earn. 

After joining Etihad Guest, you can:

• Earn tier miles on partner airlines
• Earn upgrades, bonus miles, and airport privileges
• Enjoy benefits all over the world
• Redeem your miles for:
  1. Hotel stays 
  2. Car rentals
  3. Vacation packages
  4. Retail products  

Travel Documents to Carry on Etihad Airways

Irrespective of your check-in method, you have to present valid photo identification proof and your boarding pass to travel.

Acceptable IDs

• Travel within the U.S.

If you are traveling within the United States, you will need to carry a valid U.S. government issues photo I.D. or a passport from your country of origin.

• Travel outside of the U.S.

If you are traveling outside the U.S., you will need to carry your passport with a minimum validity of 6 months after your period of stay in a foreign country and the valid visa of your destination country. You will also be required to check all travel requirement details before traveling.

• Traveling to the U.S.

If you are traveling to the United States from another country as a visitor, ensure that you carry your documents, passport, and visa to enter the United States. If you are a permanent U.S. resident or visitor on a visa, you will need to ensure that before traveling, your residency travel documentation and passport or green card is in order. 

Etihad Airways—Popular Destinations

On an Etihad Airways flight booking, you can travel to 120-plus destinations across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, and North America. The routes covered by Etihad Airways include:

• Africa
  • Zimbabwe
  • Uganda
  • Tunisia
  • Tanzania
  • Sudan
  • South Africa
  • Seychelles
  • Senegal
  • Namibia
  • Mozambique
  • Morocco
  • Mauritius
  • Madagascar
  • Ghana
  • Ethiopia
  • Eritrea
  • Egypt
  • Cape Verde
  • Botswana
  • Angola

To make a low-cost Etihad Airways flight booking online to Africa, call .
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free within the U.S./Canada—and open 24/7.

• Asia-Pacific
  • Vietnam
  • Thailand
  • Taiwan
  • Sri Lanka
  • South Korea
  • Republic of Singapore
  • Philippines
  • Pakistan
  • New Zealand
  • New Caledonia
  • Nepal
  • Myanmar
  • Maldives
  • Malaysia
  • Laos
  • Kazakhstan
  • Japan
  • Indonesia
  • India
  • Hong Kong
  • Guam
  • Fiji
  • China
  • China
  • China
  • Cambodia
  • Brunei
  • Bangladesh
  • Australia

To make a low-cost Etihad Airways flight booking online to the Asia-Pacific, call .
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free within the U.S./Canada—and open 24/7.

Europe

• Ukraine
• Turkey
• The United Kingdom
• Switzerland
• Sweden
• Spain
• Slovenia
• Serbia
• Russia
• Romania 
• Republic of Malta
• Portugal
• Poland
• Norway
• North Macedonia
• Netherlands
• Montenegro
• Luxembourg
• Lithuania
• Latvia
• Italy
• Ireland
• Iceland
• Iceland
• Hungary
• Greece
• Germany
• Georgia
• France
• Finland
• Estonia
• Denmark
• Czech Republic
• Cyprus
• Croatia
• Bulgaria
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Belgium
• Belarus
• Austria
• Armenia
• Albania

To make a low-cost Etihad Airways flight booking online to Europe, call .
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free within the U.S./Canada—and open 24/7.

• The Americas

• United States
• Puerto Rico
• Mexico
• Jamaica
• Colombia
• Chile
• Canada
• Barbados

To make a low-cost Etihad Airways flight booking online to the Americas, call .
This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free within the U.S./Canada—and open 24/7.

The Middle East

• United Arab Emirates
• Saudi Arabia
• Oman
• Lebanon
• Kuwait
• Kingdom of Bahrain
• Jordan
• Azerbaijan

To make a low-cost Etihad Airways flight booking online to the Middle East, call . This Etihad Airways Booking number is toll-free within the U.S./Canada—and open 24/7.

Frequently Asked Questions on Etihad Airways Flight Booking