Etihad and Tunisair launch codeshare, linking Abu Dhabi to North Africa
Single-ticket travel simplifies journeys between UAE and Tunis
ABU DHABI – Etihad Airways and Tunisair have officially launched a codeshare partnership aimed at enhancing travel, tourism, and business between North Africa and Abu Dhabi.
The agreement enables passengers to book flights between the two cities under either airline’s code, providing a seamless travel experience with a single ticket, one check-in, and automatic transfer of baggage to final destinations.
The codeshare applies to Etihad’s three weekly flights on the Abu Dhabi–Tunis route, which commenced on 1 November 2025. Operated with Etihad’s Airbus A321LR, the service features three cabins, including two First Suites, 14 Business, and 144 Economy seats, offering the airline’s signature hospitality to all passengers.
Etihad-Tunisair codeshare
Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad Airways, said the partnership brings Abu Dhabi closer to North African travellers. “We are seeing strong interest in what Abu Dhabi offers – from business opportunities and trade links to tourism and family connections,” he added. The collaboration also allows Tunisair customers to access Etihad’s global network and premium services.
Halima Ibrahim Khouaja, Chief Executive Officer at Tunisair, described Abu Dhabi as a strategic market. She noted that the partnership expands travel options, connecting the Maghreb and Africa to the Gulf, and reinforces Tunisair’s role in regional connectivity.
Global reach
Tunisair, with over 75 years of experience, has a longstanding presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and North America. Etihad Airways, meanwhile, maintains more than 40 codeshare partnerships worldwide, connecting passengers to over 500 destinations.
Travellers interested in this new route and partnership can book flights via etihad.com or tunisair.com.