Etihad Airways offers 30% off flights to nine new destinations
Special discounts valid for travel between September and December 2025
DUBAI – Etihad Airways is enticing travellers with a flash sale offering discounts of up to 30 percent on flights to nine recently launched international routes.
The promotion, available to passengers across the UAE and GCC, runs until 28 August and covers travel dates from 1 September to 31 December 2025 – perfectly timed for autumn breaks and year-end holidays.
The discounted fares span destinations across Asia, Africa and Europe, with round-trip Economy tickets starting from just Dh1,465. The sale reflects Etihad’s wider expansion drive, which recently saw the airline add 27 new routes to bring its total network to more than 100 destinations.
Etihad flash sale
Among the cities featured in the promotion are Addis Ababa, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Kazan, Medan, Phnom Penh and Tunis. Addis Ababa, home to the famous fossil “Lucy” in the National Museum, is priced from Dh1,465 return. Chiang Mai and Krabi, two of Thailand’s most popular spots, start at Dh1,835, while Hanoi also features at the same fare.
Hong Kong, known for its mix of modern skylines and street food culture, begins from Dh1,935. Further afield, Kazan in Russia is available from Dh1,465, while Medan in Indonesia is priced from Dh1,825. Phnom Penh offers golden palaces and riverfront views at Dh1,835, with Tunis, Tunisia’s historic capital, rounding off the list at the same price.
How much are the fares?
From Abu Dhabi, Economy return fares start at Dh1,465 to Addis Ababa, Dh1,835 to Chiang Mai, and Dh1,995 to Hong Kong. Business Class travellers can also take advantage of discounted rates, with return fares to Addis Ababa starting at Dh4,995 and to Hong Kong at Dh8,995.
Passengers departing from Riyadh can book Economy fares from SAR 1,028 to Addis Ababa and SAR 1,466 to Krabi, while Business Class starts at SAR 4,777 to Krabi. Doha-based travellers can fly to Hong Kong for QAR 2,276 or to Krabi for QAR 1,693 in Economy, with Business Class starting at QAR 7,279.
Why now?
Industry analysts note that the “shoulder season” – the months following the peak summer holidays – has seen falling fares and a rise in spontaneous travel bookings. Etihad’s sale taps directly into this demand, particularly among couples, solo travellers and professionals not tied to school holiday calendars.
The promotion also reflects the airline’s strategy to boost awareness of its new destinations. With flexible conditions allowing stays from two days to three months, the campaign caters equally to short getaways and extended holidays. Seats are limited, and once the discounted allocation is sold, prices revert to regular levels.
Etihad Airways confirmed bookings can be made via its website, app, or authorised travel agents.