Etihad (IATA EY) is a carrier from UAE, not aligned to a global airline alliance. In the SiamFlights route catalogue, Etihad serves 6 routes reaching 6 destinations, with home hubs at Abu Dhabi (AUH). Its checked-baggage baseline is 30 kg, lifted by about 10 kg on migrant-worker corridors, and it runs dedicated Hajj/Umrah charters. Local brand strength rates 7/10.
Routes Etihad flies from Thailand & the region — 6 corridors
| Route | Freq/wk | Hours | Cluster | Market low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok (BKK) → London (LHR) | 28× | 12.5 | C | ฿10,885 |
| Bangkok (BKK) → Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 21× | 6.6 | A | ฿20,623 |
| Bangkok (BKK) → Jeddah (JED) | 18× | 9.5 | A | ฿19,916 |
| Bangkok (BKK) → Riyadh (RUH) | 14× | 9.7 | A | ฿10,333 |
| Bangkok (BKK) → JED via AUH (JED via AUH) | — | — | — | — |
| Bangkok (BKK) → LHR via AUH (LHR via AUH) | — | — | — | — |
The market-low column is the cheapest fare in our Travelpayouts cache on that corridor across all carriers, not a Etihad-only price — use it as a floor when comparing.
Airline at a glance
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| IATA code | EY |
| Home country | UAE |
| Alliance | non-aligned |
| Home hubs | Abu Dhabi (AUH) |
| Baggage baseline | 30 kg |
| Migrant-worker uplift | +10 kg |
| Hajj/Umrah charter | yes |
| Infant fare | ~10% of adult |
| Brand strength (Thailand) | 7/10 |
Etihad’s checked-baggage baseline is 30 kg. On Thai migrant-worker corridors Etihad adds +10 kg above the standard allowance. Etihad also runs Hajj/Umrah charters and bundles for Thai pilgrims, often with extra baggage and zamzam dispensations.
Etihad network & booking
In this catalogue Etihad’s network reaches 6 destinations across 3 countries — Saudi Arabia, UAE and UK. Most corridors serve GCC labour & Muslim pilgrims and Thai diaspora / VFR travellers. All fares are shown in Thai baht (THB); compare live prices and schedules for each city pair on the route pages, and infant fares run about 10% of the adult fare. The lowest fare in our cache across this network is about ฿10,333 on BKK-RUH — prices move with season, so check live fares before booking.
Passenger rights & compensation
Etihad passenger protection is governed by UAE GCAA — covering care, rerouting and refunds for cancellations/long delays. There is no fixed EU261-style cash schedule; check the regulator’s official terms before filing.
How Etihad fits travellers
Etihad’s catalogued routes matter most to the GCC labour & Muslim pilgrims and Thai diaspora / VFR segment(s). Its Abu Dhabi (AUH) hub(s) are the main transit points. Compare schedules, baggage and fares against other carriers on the route pages before booking.
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FAQ
How many routes does Etihad fly in the SiamFlights catalogue?
Etihad (EY) serves 6 routes relevant to travellers from Thailand in our catalogue.
What is Etihad’s checked-baggage allowance?
A 30 kg baseline, plus +10 kg on migrant-worker corridors. Always confirm on the official site before travel.
Does Etihad serve Hajj/Umrah pilgrims?
Yes. Etihad offers Hajj/Umrah charters and bundles with baggage and zamzam dispensations for Thai pilgrims.
What alliance is Etihad in?
Etihad is non-aligned.