UAE-France travel: Etihad expands Paris route with double daily A380 service this summer
Premium cabins and flagship onboard experience enhanced for travellers
ABU DHABI – Etihad Airways is set to significantly enhance its Paris operations this summer, increasing its Airbus A380 services to create a triple-daily schedule between Abu Dhabi and Charles de Gaulle Airport.
The expansion marks a major capacity boost on one of the airline’s most popular long-haul routes.
From 1 July, passengers will see two daily A380 services alongside a third daily flight operated by a Boeing 787-9. The move strengthens connectivity between the UAE capital and the French capital during peak travel months.
Paris schedule from 1st July to 24th October
| Flight | From | Departure | To | Arrival | Aircraft |
| EY31 | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 02:35 | Paris (CDG) | 07:55 | A380 |
| EY33 | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 14:20 | Paris (CDG) | 19:30 | A380 |
| EY35 | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 08:50 | Paris (CDG) | 14:00 | 787-9 |
| EY32 | Paris (CDG) | 10:40 | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 19:35 | A380 |
| EY34 | Paris (CDG) | 21:50 | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 06:30 (+1) | A380 |
| EY36 | Paris (CDG) | 15:50 | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 00:30 (+1) | 787-9 |
A380 boost
The airline’s upgraded schedule introduces two daily Airbus A380 departures from Zayed Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), offering morning and afternoon timings tailored for both business and leisure travellers. These will be complemented by a third daily Boeing 787-9 service featuring First, Business, and Economy cabins, ensuring wider choice across fare classes and departure times.
Paris flights
With this expansion, Paris becomes one of the select global destinations receiving double-daily A380 operations from Etihad. The increased frequency significantly raises premium seating availability across the route, supporting rising demand for travel between the Middle East and Europe, while also improving onward connections across Etihad’s network to Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
Onboard, travellers can access Etihad’s full premium experience across all cabins. This includes The Residence, the only three-room suite in commercial aviation, alongside First Apartments, Business Studios, and Economy Smart seats. The enhanced schedule is designed to elevate consistency and comfort across every journey.
The airline described Paris as a key international destination within its network, with the additional capacity reflecting strong demand for both leisure and business travel. With three daily flights now scheduled, Etihad further strengthens its position on one of Europe’s most important long-haul routes.