(TAN): Etihad Airways plans to strengthen air connectivity between the UAE and China in 2023, starting with an additional weekly frequency on its Abu Dhabi – Shanghai route, the airline said in a news release.
Subject to regulatory approval, from February 2023, the airline will fly to Pudong International Airport (PVG) two times per week using modern Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft.
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Combined with a weekly service to Beijing and a twice-weekly service to Guangzhou, this will provide travellers with five weekly nonstop flights between Abu Dhabi and China.
Martin Drew, SVP of global sales & cargo at Etihad Aviation Group, said: “China is a market of primary importance to Etihad, and as one of the country’s largest financial and economic centres, Shanghai plays a crucial role in our network. Etihad is committed to developing our operation to China, and we look forward to welcoming more travellers on board in the new year to experience our award-winning hospitality.”
