Etihad Airways Unveils 10 New Routes: Which Cities Made the Cut?

Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has announced the launch of its first-ever direct route to Atlanta, marking a major expansion in its U.S. network. Beginning July 2025, Etihad will offer non-stop flights between Abu Dhabi and the heart of the American South, becoming the only carrier in the United Arab Emirates to provide this connectivity.

Qatar Airways is the only other Middle Eastern carrier flying to Atlanta, leaving a gap in service from Dubai-based Emirates, which currently flies to 12 U.S. cities, but not Atlanta.

Etihad’s decision to add Atlanta to its list of destinations comes as part of an ambitious growth plan to launch 10 new routes in 2025. In addition to the Georgia capital, travelers can expect to see new flights to cities including Hong Kong, Algiers, Chiang Mai,