Jobs in UAE airlines 2025: Discover full vacancy list, eligibility criteria, and how to apply online
Here’s your career guide to Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia
DUBAI: As Wizz Air prepares to shut down its Abu Dhabi operations by September 2025, many aviation professionals are exploring fresh opportunities across the UAE’s thriving airline sector.
Fortunately, some of the country’s top carriers – including Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia – have opened up dozens of vacancies for 2025, offering positions across various departments from ground staff to senior pilots.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to the current airline job openings in the UAE, with details on benefits, salaries, eligibility and how to apply directly through official portals.
Emirates
Dubai’s flagship airline Emirates has officially begun its 2025 cabin crew recruitment. The airline hosts weekly invite-only recruitment events in Dubai, and applicants must first submit an online application to be selected.
Jobs and categories available:
- Cabin Crew (international applicants welcome)
- Airport Service Agents
- Cabin Crew Recruitment Advisors
- Porters
- Sales Support Agents
- Maintenance Technicians
- Business Support Officers
- Pilot positions (Captain/First Officer roles for select aircraft)
Salary & benefits:
- Basic monthly salary: Dh4,430
- Flying pay: Dh63.75 per hour (80–100 flying hours monthly)
- Total monthly earnings: approx. Dh10,000–12,000
- Free, fully furnished shared accommodation in Dubai
- Utilities and transport to/from work covered
- 30 days paid annual leave
- One free annual return ticket to home country
- Full medical coverage and insurance
- Recently issued staff bonus: 22 weeks’ salary
Eligibility criteria:
- At least 21 years of age
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Minimum height: 160 cm; arm reach: 212 cm
- No visible tattoos while in uniform
- High school diploma (Grade 12 or equivalent)
- One year of hospitality or customer service experience preferred
How to apply: Applicants must register online at the Emirates Group Careers portal. Required documents include a current CV in English and a recent photo. Emirates will contact shortlisted candidates regarding next steps and assessment dates.
Etihad Airways
Based in Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways is currently advertising more than 70 vacancies across the UAE, with roles in operations, engineering, technology and inflight services.
Jobs & categories available:
- Cabin Crew (including assessment events)
- A320 First Officers (multiple listings)
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Captains (long-haul and regional)
- Sales Officers
- Engineers (MCC Duty, Propulsion, Airworthiness)
- Data Quality Managers
- Business Insights Analysts
- Revenue Management Officers
- SAP Full Stack Developers
- Total Rewards & Policy Managers
Salary & benefits (varies by role):
- Competitive, tax-free salaries
- Performance-based profit sharing for pilots
- Provident fund and retirement plans
- Full medical, dental and life insurance cover
- Accommodation and transport for select roles
Eligibility criteria:
- Minimum education and industry certifications as per role
- Customer service or technical experience (as applicable)
- Fluent English; additional languages an asset
- Physically fit and able to meet UAE employment standards
How to apply: Candidates must apply via the official Etihad Careers portal. The website provides full role descriptions, experience requirements and application forms. Etihad strongly advises jobseekers to avoid third-party recruiters or any application process involving payment.
flydubai
Dubai’s low-cost airline flydubai, operating to over 120 destinations globally, has several vacancies for 2025. While the exact number of openings isn’t published, listings include a wide variety of roles in engineering, safety, security, and business operations.
Jobs & categories available:
- Cabin Crew
- Ground Operations
- Senior Officer – Business Continuity
- Manager – Project Management
- Specialist – Rewards & Manpower Planning
- Fatigue Risk Management Analyst
- Compliance Monitoring Officers
- Aviation Security Threats & Risk Officer
- Technical Training Specialists
Salary & benefits:
- Entry-level salaries: Dh4,000–7,000 per month
- Mid-level roles: Up to Dh25,000/month
- Senior positions: Dh40,000–50,000/month
- Paid annual leave and public holidays
- Health insurance
- Retirement/pension benefits
- Travel discounts for employees and family
- Flexible work schedules
Eligibility criteria:
- Role-specific qualifications and relevant experience
- Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
How to apply: All applications must be submitted via the flydubai Careers portal. Jobseekers can register, upload their CV and cover letter, and apply directly. flydubai advises against responding to fraudulent job offers from unofficial sources.
Air Arabia
Headquartered in Sharjah, Air Arabia is recruiting across multiple divisions both within the UAE and internationally. The airline is expanding its operational and flight crew workforce for 2025.
Jobs & categories available:
- Cabin Crew
- Pilots (Captains and First Officers)
- Ground Operations
- Engineering & Maintenance
- Flight Operations Officers
- IT & Business Services
Salary & benefits:
- Competitive tax-free salaries (varies by role)
- Free or subsidised accommodation (for crew)
- Staff travel benefits
- Medical insurance and annual leave
Eligibility criteria:
- Minimum high school diploma (varies by position)
- Prior experience in aviation or customer service
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Physically fit with no medical restrictions
- Willing to relocate if required
How to apply: Jobseekers must submit applications through the Air Arabia Careers portal. The site allows candidates to create profiles, track applications, and receive updates on future opportunities.